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331 Bowery

Manhattan, NY 10003BBL 1-00458-0004Map

Owner of record: NYC Department Of Homeless Services

331 Bowery is a care facility built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10003. It has 100 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is NYC Department Of Homeless Services. HPD has recorded 16 housing violations here, most recently on January 4, 2019. 4 of the 16 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
16
DOB violations
28
ECB violations
60
HPD complaints
3

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Jan 4, 2019

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 16

  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective sprinkler heads total of two at front at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Jan 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening panic bar at bulkhead door at public hall, 5th story

    Oct 25, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration acoustic ceiling entire story located at dormitory 501, 5th story

    Oct 25, 2017 · Apt 501

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration acoustic ceiling entire story , 5th story

    Oct 25, 2017

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner installed at fire escape window at east wall , 4th story

    Oct 25, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration acoustic ceiling at 1st laundry room from north, 3rd story

    Oct 25, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration acoustic ceiling , 1st story

    Oct 25, 2017

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling throughout the basement

    Oct 25, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration acoustic ceiling , 2nd story

    Oct 25, 2017

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the waterbasin at community bathroom, 5th story

    Dec 24, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective fire escape access window lower sash counter balance at northwest located at dormitory, 3rd story

    Dec 6, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective urinal in community bathroom located at dormitory, 3rd story

    Dec 6, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling at 2nd community bathroom from east, 2nd story

    Jan 10, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls at 2nd community bathroom from east, 2nd story

    Jan 10, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire-retardant ceiling,5th sty,west public hall stairs

    May 28, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the 1st room from east located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Jul 19, 2013 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 28

  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 21, 1991

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 26, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 28, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Public assembly none

    Pa-public assembly none

    May 8, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 60

  • Class - 2

    Observed on the third floor in staircase a sprinkler head is damaged and on the first floor sprinkler head cap is painted to celling. in basement sprinkler main valve and water main valve not accessible. also t

    Dec 16, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    On 5th floor installed new piping for shower and sinks in bathroom 95 percent work completed no plumbing permit on file, obtain all permits

    Dec 16, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unsafe storage of combustible material and equipment. observed flammable containers in fire pump room. (car anti freeze, diesel fuel, power steering fuel), maintain storage in compliance with fire code

    Mar 13, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. observed bent sprinkler head at 3rd floor stairwell landing. potential fire hazard., repair and/or replace

    Mar 13, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner: no fire stopping per bc 712.3 (2014 code); 27-345; bc 711.2.4 (2022 code. observed ac installed into wall at 1st floor and basement and hole penetrations t

    Mar 13, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. observed pump room obstructed with construction material and pipes at doorway. potential fire hazard., remove obstruction

    Mar 13, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner: use of prohibited door and/or hardware per bc 1008.1 (2014 code); 27-371; bc 1008.1.9 (2014 code); bc 1010.1.8 (2022 code); bc 1010.1.9 (2022 code). observ

    Mar 13, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation# 39074958n issued on 11/30/2022 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. failure to file permi

    May 15, 2024 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation# 39074958p issued on 11/30/2022 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01., comply with commissi

    May 15, 2024 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #39074955h issued on 11/30/2022 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01., comply with commissi

    May 15, 2024 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
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  • Class - 2

    Observed in the basement/cellar jim caps installed on cast iron fittings., repair and/or replace

    Mar 27, 2024 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Observed in the boiler room located in the basement/cellar active leak on piping from temp boiler. as per 102.3 of the plumbing code maintenance. installations, both existing and new, and parts thereof shall be

    Mar 27, 2024 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts: failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation#39074958n issued on 11/30/2022 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. failure

    Dec 15, 2023 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts: failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #39074959p issued on 11/30/2022 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. failur

    Dec 15, 2023 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts: failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation#39074955h issued on 11/30/2022 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. failure

    Dec 15, 2023 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    As per one natural gas burnham boiler, year built 2006. serial no. 64938167; boiler not registered. apply for proper permits, correct violating conditions, call for an inspection.

    Dec 2, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    As per one ao smith domestic hot water boiler, year built 2014, serial no. 1433m001233. boiler not registered. apply for proper permits, correct violating conditions, call for an inspection.

    Dec 2, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    As per one natural gas, burnham cast iron boiler, year built 2015, serial no. 65539938; boiler not registered. apply for proper permits, correct violating conditions, call for an inspection.

    Dec 2, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Observed: at cellar level, fire proof walls & ceiling shows several holes, openings due to ceiling damage or pipe penetration without fire stopping provided. previous violation # 39048680z., provide/maintain fi

    Nov 30, 2022 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Observed: at first floor, mechanical room, wooden structure that supports the roof of the mechanical room, is being provisionally supported by defective wooden columns, without proper anchoring and installation

    Nov 30, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At first floor, mechanical room, active water filtration from the roof to the interior of the mechanical room., repair and/or replace

    Nov 30, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Observed: at exposure # 3, back yard, dischard fire scape is being obstructed by materials stored. also, at first fl, exit to backyard, a defective wooden staircase was built, being an eminent risk of accident

    Nov 30, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Observed: at first floor, mechanical room, wooden structure that supports the roof of the mechanical room, is being provisionally supported by defective wooden columns, without proper anchoring and installation

    Nov 30, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Observed: at first fl, mechanical room, flammable material is being stored. also, wooden structure that supports the ceiling (columns) and ceiling beams have no fire protection, room condition with easy propaga

    Nov 30, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner:observed:at 1st fl,mechanical room,exposed wood ceiling w/o fire barrier,ceiling supported by defective wooden columns(cracks). also,the structure(shoring)

    Apr 7, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by certificate of occupancy or building dept records.observed certificate of occupancy #113386/1997 indicates at cellar level boiler room fire pumprm generator pump room & sto

    Apr 7, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Noted: observed at cellar's, generator/fire pump room, fireproof ceiling tiles are missing at various locations exposing wooden joists from floor above., provide/maintain fire stopping

    Oct 4, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Noted: observed at first floor level (rear) mechanical room, 6"x6" wooden vertical post that supports the ceiling is shifting off of the ceiling joists, joist is resting on beam by approximately 1 inch., repair

    Oct 4, 2021 · Penalty $1,562

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Mobile boiler md165446-01 on street in front of and servicing 333 bowery mn/hw gauge boiler front leaking/safety valve body drain discharge pipe missing/current annual boiler inspection not displayed/several li

    Sep 21, 2021 · Penalty $1,562

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Noted: observed at fire pump/generator room at cellar, fireproof ceiling tiles are missing throughout room and exposing wooden joists and sub-flooring, also above gas meter. , provide/maintain fire stopping

    Sep 25, 2019

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Note: observed at first floor mechanical room, 6"x6" wooden support members that support the ceiling have shifted and are barely on the horizontal beam. , repair and/or replace

    Sep 25, 2019

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. noted: at 1st story in mechanical room, water penetrating ceiling with an active flow. remedy: repair and/or replace

    Sep 25, 2018

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted:at 1st story corridor, outside mechanical room, corridor obstructed w/ garbage and laundry bins. bins obstructing egress at corridor and emergency exit doo

    Sep 25, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unsafe storage of combustible material and equipment. noted:at cellar,in storage room observed a gas powered week wacker and gas powered pressure cleaner being stored. remedy:maintain storage in compliance w/ f

    Sep 25, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner:no fire stoppingper bc 712.3;27-345. noted:at cellar, in fire pump room, drop ceiling tiles missing at ceiling eliminating fire stopping. remedy:provide/mai

    Sep 25, 2018

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. observed on 9/25/18 at above address gas leak on dresser couplin on the service side of the building. con-ed called and locked the valve. remedy:replace an

    Sep 25, 2018

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts, failure to comply w/ an order of the commissioner. in 1/10/2018 a electrical violation was issue to the respondent. the respondent failed to comply w/ (nyc) electrical code# 27.3018(b), 28-201.1.

    Mar 8, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to have new or altered plumbing system tested.observed a pressure gauge installed @the uppermost part of the automatic fire sprinkler system however dob records does not show any test being performed on

    Mar 8, 2018

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.no fire stoppingper bc 712.3;27-345.noted:observed at cellar-within fire pump room/generator room pipe/conduit penetrations,sections of acoustical ceiling t

    Mar 8, 2018

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.noted:observed at first floor mechanical room,6inch x 6inch posts that are being used to support and arry the load of the small roof at the rear have shifte

    Mar 8, 2018

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work w/out a permit.observed on the uppermost fl in the stirwell wherethe insp test(valve)is installed a pressure guage has been installed w/out a permi dob records do not show any permits/approvals issued for

    Mar 8, 2018

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner. in august 31,2017 an electrical violation was issued to the respondent. the respondent failed to comply with the nyc electrical code #27-3018

    Jan 10, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Electrical work without a permit.observed on second floor roof(exit c2):the electrical,installation of power feeders,disconnects and circutry wiring for two air conditioning unites.prior to obtaining an elect

    Aug 31, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner:noted.fire stop missing in the fire pump room thru out room hole in wall & ceiling,(gas) & fuel tank also in room.rem:provide/maintain fire stopping.

    Aug 31, 2017

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner.observed @top of stairwell insp test w/no pressure gauge installed as is required.rem:repair &/or replace. photo taken.

    Aug 31, 2017

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg code compliant: lack of emergency lighting per bc1006.1; 27-542. noted: @ 1st & 3rd flr stair 'a' inoperative emergency lighting w/ battery back up. rem: comply w/ code.

    Jul 19, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Exit door not self closing. noted: 1st flr rear exit door has a broken door closer & remains open after use. rem: comply w/ code.

    Jul 19, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg code compliant: no fire stopping per bc 712.3; 27-345. noted: @ cellar boiler room, approx 3' x 3' area of metal ceiling is corroded/open/mising exposing concealed space w/ wood joists

    Jul 19, 2016

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit on sandpipe time of inspection 1:15pm. at time of inspection i observed disconnected and capped fire hose connection for fire dept use on each floor from 1st throughout 5th on existing standpipe

    Jun 17, 2016

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work wihtout a permit expired permit upon inspection at the above property alt permit#103760921 expired 4/28/04 approx 8 workers were installing bricks at parapet and using hanging scaffold for pointing there

    May 18, 2004

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jun 20, 2014 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 16, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 9, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Care facility (N2)
Year built
1900
Floors
5
Residential units
100
Building area
23,492 ft²
Lot area
5,593 ft²
Zoning
C6-1
Community board
103
Council district
2
Block / lot
458 / 4
Assessed value
$1,291,500
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #100890, last renewed Jul 30, 2014.

Questions about 331 Bowery

Who owns 331 Bowery?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is NYC Department Of Homeless Services.

Does 331 Bowery have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 16 housing violations at this property.

Is 331 Bowery rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 331 Bowery built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 331 Bowery?

It has 100 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.