229 East 5 Street
Manhattan, NY 10003BBL 1-00461-0042Map
Owner of record: Evp 229 East 5th St LLC
229 East 5 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1881 in Manhattan, 10003. It has 10 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Evp 229 East 5th St LLC. HPD has recorded 89 housing violations here, most recently on May 31, 2026. 13 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 5 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 89
- DOB violations
- 5
- ECB violations
- 9
- HPD complaints
- 287
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 89
- BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at public hall, 5th story
May 31, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
May 31, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
May 31, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing escutcheon plate on riser in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 5, 2026 · Apt 2
Open — Civ14 mailed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 5, 2026 · Apt 2
Open — Civ14 mailed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water above 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 23, 2026 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet ... in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 10, 2026 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of ... hot water exceding maximum temperature of 130 degrees fahrenheit at hot water fixtures in the bathroom and kitchen in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 10, 2026 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water above 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 8, 2026 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing escutcheon plate at riser at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 8, 2026 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Apr 8, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Apr 8, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding material at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Apr 8, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles at public hall, 2nd story
Apr 8, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door leading to storage room at west at cellar
Apr 1, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door leading to boiler room at north at cellar
Apr 1, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked to basement at boiler room
Mar 31, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 31, 2026 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water above 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 25, 2026 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose top escutcheon plate at riser at south in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water above 130 degrees in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Mar 24, 2026 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective radiator shut off valve releasing steam and water in the 5th room from north located at apt 2front, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 4, 2026 · Apt 2FRONT
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing upper escutcheon plate at heat riser in the bathroom located at apt 2front, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 4, 2026 · Apt 2FRONT
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit the door to north 4 room in the private hallway located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Refit the door at entrance in the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around at the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective latchset at entrance door in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 19, 2026 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door at building entrance , 1st story
Jan 31, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 6, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 6
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at east wall at public hall, 2nd story
Apr 30, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall at public hall, 2nd story
Apr 30, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 3, 2024 · Apt 8
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective the lighet fixture at east wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 30, 2024 · Apt 8
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 8, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 30, 2024 · Apt 8
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of cables and wires obsrtucting egress to gooseneck ladder at roof rear
Jul 21, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 12, 2022 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 12, 2022 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 12, 2022 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east
May 7, 2022 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material throughout ceiling at basement
Oct 20, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. properly secure slats and battens at 1sty balcony at fire escape
Oct 20, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. properly secure slats at 2nd sty balcony at building rear at fire escape
Oct 20, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all stories, all balconies and all componets at building rear at fire escape
Oct 20, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective structo-lite flooring at public hall, 1st story
Oct 20, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 5th story
Oct 20, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls at public hall, 5th story
Oct 20, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak throughout ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Oct 20, 2021
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 5
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 2, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 2, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
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
Sep 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 9
- Class - 2
Failure to install ground fault circuit interrupters (gfci) protection as required.no gfci provided for service on roof (hvac units) remedy: comply with ec code.
Oct 20, 2021 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Electrical work w/o permit.observed at 1pm feeders from basement panel to apt.no application on file for electrical work.remedy:obtain permit
Oct 20, 2021 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/out permit work noted:at time of insection observation was madein apt.#5 all plumbing fixtures were removed w/out any permits.100% removed. remedy:obtain a permit.
Oct 20, 2021 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 2
Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment devices apparatus appliances materials wiring in use.defective end line box under stairs to basement.end line box is all coroded.remedy:comply with ec code.
Oct 20, 2021 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner;observed at time of inspection inside boiler room,fresh air opening is missing fire damperin apt.#5 open ended gas pipe,utility called to lock gas meter for apt
Oct 20, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
10a, 15. found weil mclain boiler leaking from underneath.
Apr 19, 2017 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to provide cover /faceplate/lampholder luminaire canopy for electrical outlet.on 10/22/15 @11:05 am i observed:missing covers,for 1900 boxes etc.in bsmt.rem:comply w/ec code.
Oct 22, 2015
Resolve - Class - 3
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.noted:multiple cracks in walls at hallways. remedy:repair and/or replace.
Oct 22, 2015 · Penalty $230
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.noted:at roof level fire escape ladder obstructed by numerous cable horizontally,preventing safe passageway.remedy:remove obstruction.
Oct 22, 2015 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Radiator
Oct 4, 2026 · Apt 2
Open - Plumbing
Radiator
Oct 3, 2026 · Apt 2
Open - General
Signage missing
Oct 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Open - Plumbing
Radiator
Oct 2, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Open - Plumbing
Radiator
Oct 1, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Open - Plumbing
Radiator
Sep 26, 2026 · Apt 2
Open - Plumbing
Radiator
Sep 26, 2026 · Apt 2
Open - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 25, 2026 · Apt NOHEAT
Close - General
Signage missing
Aug 21, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Signage missing
Aug 21, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - General
Signage missing
Aug 12, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 12, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Aug 12, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 12, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 12, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - General
Signage missing
Aug 10, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 10, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - General
Signage missing
Jul 15, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 5, 2026 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jun 16, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Jun 7, 2026 · Apt 5THFLO
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
May 31, 2026 · Apt APT2PO
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
May 31, 2026 · Apt APT2PO
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
May 31, 2026 · Apt APT2PO
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
May 31, 2026 · Apt APT2PO
Close - Door/window
Door
May 5, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
May 4, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
May 4, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 27, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 19, 2026 · Apt BASMEN
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Apr 19, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Apr 19, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Apr 12, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 2SCALD
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 2SCALD
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 7, 2026 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Apr 5, 2026 · Apt 2DEFEC
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C4)
- Year built
- 1881
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 10
- Building area
- 9,245 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,425 ft²
- Zoning
- R8B
- Community board
- 103
- Council district
- 2
- Block / lot
- 461 / 42
- Assessed value
- $3,959,100
- Landmark / historic district
- East Village / Lower East Side Historic District
HPD registration #115443, last renewed Jul 16, 2025.
Questions about 229 East 5 Street
Who owns 229 East 5 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Evp 229 East 5th St LLC.
Does 229 East 5 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 89 housing violations at this property.
Is 229 East 5 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 5 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 50% of its 10 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 229 East 5 Street built?
City records list 1881 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 229 East 5 Street?
It has 10 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.