521 Broadway

Manhattan, NY 10012BBL 1-00484-0012Map

521 Broadway is a store building built in 1854 in Manhattan, 10012. The owner of record is 521 Broadway Group LLC. HPD has recorded 6 housing violations here, most recently on August 20, 2026.

HPD violations: 6
DOB violations: 88
ECB violations: 21
HPD complaints: 18

What to know

Good

No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Watch

Last violation Aug 20, 2026

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 · 6

ANon-hazardous
Provide sufficient,proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.
Aug 20, 2026
Closed — Violation closed
CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 17, 2015 · Apt 3C
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 17, 2015 · Apt 3C
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 17, 2015 · Apt 3C
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling at 1st section from east at south at cellar
Feb 17, 2015
Closed — Violation closed
CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak concealed at ceiling at 2nd from east at south section
Feb 17, 2015
Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 88

Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Mar 24, 2025
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 8, 2021
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 8, 2021
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 1, 2020
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 1, 2020
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 16, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test
Apr 5, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 5, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 9, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 9, 2018
Dob violation - resolved

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Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 9, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Mar 5, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Mar 5, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Plumbing none
The dob has issued a notice to revoke laa #102149202 due to the revocation of the master plumbers license. all plumbing work in connection with this application has been ordered stopped immediately
Jan 3, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Plumbing none
The dob has issued a notice to revoke laa #102149122 due to the revocation of the master plumbers license. all plumbing work in connection with this application has been ordered stopped immediately
Jan 3, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Dec 12, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Dec 8, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Oct 31, 2017
Dob violation - active
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test
Sep 15, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 29, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 29, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2015 inspection/test
Dec 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Residential elevator periodic inspection/test elevatorrequired
Failure to perform category 5 inspection
Jun 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test
Jun 10, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 12, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test
Oct 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test
Oct 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test
Oct 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 10, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 10, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 10, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 17, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 17, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 17, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 13, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 13, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2011 inspection/test
Oct 1, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 31, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 31, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2010 inspection/test
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 27, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 27, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Feb 3, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Oct 8, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 24, 2010
Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 21

Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner i observed in intimissimi calzedonia store on the first floor having an open end waste, sewer vent line, repair and/or replace
Jan 8, 2020
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner i observed in intimissimi calzedonia store in the basement sprinkler heads in cellar was covered with plastic, repair and/replace
Jan 8, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/ violation #35261978z issued on 10/31/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2).an acceptable
Jul 6, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.re:prohibited location of gas piping.gas piping installed in public hallway on 1st and2nd floor to supply gas to heater on 5th floor.rem:repair and/or repla
Jun 12, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 3
Work does not conform to approved construction documents &/or approvedamendments for job# 122902993/123096112. noted: (1)1st to 5th flr bathroom count & location not as per plan (plan show 2 bathroom on each fl
Oct 31, 2017 · Penalty $200
Resolve
Class - 2
Temporary construction equipment on site:expired permit.note:at time of inspection i observed supported scaffold on site with expired permit.permit expired as of date 06/28/17.rem:renew permit.
Oct 2, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Class - 2
Temp.construction equipment on site:expired permit.note:at time of inspection i observed sidewalk shed on site with expired permit.permit expired as of date 06/28/2017.rem:renew permit.
Oct 2, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Class - 2
Sidewalk shed does not meet code specification.noted: at time of inspection overhead protection for adjoining building entrance does not extend full length-catch all does not have 5ft.extension,netting and deck
Oct 29, 2016 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve
Class - 1
Occup contrary to that allowed by bldg dept records illegal occup noted:@ 2 fl create 1 class"a"apt 3 fl 2 class"a"apts & 3 class"a"sro'c,4 & 5 fls 1 class"a"on such fl.rem:discontinue illegal occup on amend c/
Jun 11, 2014 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve
Class - 1
Work w/o permit work.noted:@ 2 fl create 1 class"a" apt,3 fl 2 class"a"& 3 class"a"sro's 4 fl 1 class"a"apt & subdividing & creating duplex apt(work 60% complete 5 fl class"apt" water & waste lines for 3 pg bat
Jun 11, 2014 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve

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Class - 1
Fail to provide unobstructed exit passageway noted:exit passageway obstructed @ cellar & 1 fl interior exit stair.rem:remove obstruction.
Jun 11, 2014 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Class - 2
97##05 failure to maintain elevator device.respondent failed to allow mandatory annual routine inspection by the dept or approved agency per28-304.6.1 and appendix k of the building code. multiple attempts to
Nov 21, 2013 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Class - 2
97**. failure to maintain elevator device. respondent failed to provide proper access in order that the dept can perform perioidic inspection per 28-304.6 and appendix k of the bldg code. respondent failed to
Oct 3, 2012 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 2
8m7. recurring condition from prior violation nov# 38192298h
May 15, 2009
Resolve
Class - 2
71x10.70o02.70y10.70y02.40r09.68m07.69m07.15m07.61m07.70y repair oil leak in pit 40r remove empty oil bucket from mr 15m provide missing cober for cert. frame 61m provide nyc device # on main line
Oct 15, 2008
Resolve
Non-hazardous
83o02 66o02 33m11 33o02 55x13 39o02 33-m-covers on inter locks misssing 1st fl 55-y-oil leak main machine
Aug 2, 2004 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to maintain plumbing and / of appurtenaces hazardous. (gas pipes + gas heater in stair encloseure) remedy: maintain plumbing and/ or appurtenances.
Dec 24, 2001 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
8v1, 2b11, 35p7, 15p17. provide clear access to motor room.
Jun 15, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
30q3,17a12,14m17,26l11. 30-windows. 17-must be wire glass.
Jun 15, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
73x, 73. restore service.
Nov 16, 1992
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Repalce corroded pipe behind boiler remove all bags from blr room
Jul 3, 1989
Resolve

Complaints

Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jul 24, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close
Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 21, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close
Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 15, 2015 · Apt 3C
Close
Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 4, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close
Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 24, 2015 · Apt 2FL
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 14, 2013 · Apt 3B
Close
General
Windows
Oct 14, 2013 · Apt 3B
Close
General
Mold
Oct 14, 2013 · Apt 3B
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 14, 2013 · Apt 3B
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 14, 2013 · Apt 3B
Close

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Heating
Heat related
Feb 8, 2004 · Apt 1
Close
Heating
Heat related
Feb 5, 2004 · Apt 1
Close
Plumbing
Water-leaks
Feb 5, 2004 · Apt 1
Close
Plumbing
Water-leaks
Feb 5, 2004 · Apt 1
Close
Heating
Heat related
Feb 5, 2004 · Apt 1
Close
Plumbing
Water-leaks
Feb 5, 2004 · Apt 1
Close
Heating
Heat related
Feb 1, 2004 · Apt 1
Close
Plumbing
Water-leaks
Feb 1, 2004 · Apt 1
Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type: Store building (K4)
Year built: 1854
Floors: 5
Residential units: —
Building area: 13,730 ft²
Lot area: 3,462 ft²
Zoning: M1-5/R9X
Community board: 102
Council district: 1
Block / lot: 484 / 12
Assessed value: $4,084,200
Landmark / historic district: SoHo-Cast Iron Historic District

Questions about 521 Broadway

Who owns 521 Broadway?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 521 Broadway Group LLC.

Does 521 Broadway have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 6 housing violations at this property.

Is 521 Broadway 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 521 Broadway built?

City records list 1854 as the year it was built.

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