545 Broadway

Manhattan, NY 10012BBL 1-00498-0016Map

545 Broadway is a store building built in 1885 in Manhattan, 10012. It has 4 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Cemt Broadway, INC.. HPD has recorded 7 housing violations here, most recently on November 7, 2005. 7 of the 7 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations: 7
DOB violations: 87
ECB violations: 30
HPD complaints: 10

What to know

Good

No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good

Last violation Nov 7, 2005

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 · 7

ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing metal hinge at scuttle door (per hmc2-04) , 6th story
Nov 7, 2005
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling (per hmc2-04) in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 7, 2005 · Apt 6
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
In the entire apartment located at apt 6, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 7, 2005 · Apt 6
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
In the 1st room from east located at apt 6, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 7, 2005 · Apt 6
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
In the 1st room from east located at apt 6, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 7, 2005 · Apt 6
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
In the entire apartment located at apt 6, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 7, 2005 · Apt 6
Open — Nov sent out
BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 6, 6th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Nov 7, 2005 · Apt 6
Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 87

Construction other optional
Emergency work order. observed @ exp#4 north, bulged cracked in stucco cover and displaced brick wall in roof level causing immediately hazar d for neighbor safety. remedy: immediately repair the defective area of the facade and provide safety measure for public
Sep 9, 2025
Dob violation - active
No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 9b technical report by 2/21/2023
Feb 22, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed
Residential elevator periodic inspection/test elevatorrequired
Failure to perform category 5 inspection
Dec 17, 2021
Dob violation - active
Residential elevator periodic inspection/test elevatorrequired
Failure to perform category 5 inspection
Dec 17, 2021
Dob violation - active
Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Feb 20, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Plumbing none
The dob has issued a notice to revoke laa #140196053 due to the revocation of the fire suppression license. all fire suppression work on this application has been ordered stopped immediately
Jan 3, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Nov 15, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 15, 2017
Dob violation - active
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - active

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Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 31, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 21, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 21, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 18, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 18, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - active
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 18, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 18, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 7, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 7, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 15, 2012
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 26, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 26, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 24, 2012
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 24, 2012
Dob violation - active
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
Jan 11, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 11, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Facade facade optional
Ll11/98-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 10, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed
Facade facade optional
Ll11/98-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 10, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 21, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 21, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 29, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 29, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Facade facade optional
Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 30, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 13, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 13, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 7, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 7, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 1, 2005
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 1, 2005
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Oct 1, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 24, 2005
Dob violation - resolved
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 21, 2004
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 21, 2004
Dob violation - resolved
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 30

Class - 1
Failure to maintain building exterior facade and appurtenances.note:attime of inspection i observed ex#4 north bulged and displaced brick wall at roof level,glass cracked in mechanical room at roof,spalled copp
Sep 9, 2025 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 9b report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control#900926.rem:submit acceptable required t
Apr 11, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioenrs order contained in summons/violation #03526433p issued 08-03-2017 , and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d) (2) file a certifica
Jun 29, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
Posting of unlawful signs information pictorial representation business or advertising message on protective structures.note:at time of inspection &observed sws in place with sidewalk & parapet panets weap in
Nov 21, 2017
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances.note attime of inspection observe cracks/deteriorated/corroded/rusted at sheet metal cornices/columns/metal facade at various location,such as 3rd
Aug 3, 2017 · Penalty $1,000
Active
Class - 2
23i10,98m07,41t07,11p16,02x10,08v01: 23i;lobby button. 08v;lobby flr. 41t;provide signage on door. 11p;provide access to various flr lockout02x;2 way communication inoperative.
May 22, 2012 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an amended 7th round report acceptable to this department indicating correction of unsafe conditions described iniitial local law 11/98 report rem: file an amended report following remedial repa
Dec 29, 2011 · Penalty $400
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report rem: file an amended report following remedial repair
Dec 17, 2010 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in a code-compliant manner. noted: at the north exposure at the ne corner displaced, spalling and cracked brickworkexists. also at both east & west exp unsecured flower pots have been
Nov 24, 2010
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable sixth round technical report in compliance w/ code provisions: periodic insp. of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the d.o.b. rules & regulations. reme
Mar 29, 2010 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve

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Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the d.o.b. rules & regulation
Nov 28, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
83x10 (83-x-10) repair frt elevator 1f1788 for proper d.o.b. inspection.
Jun 8, 2005 · Penalty $350
Active
Non-hazardous
Installation of mechanical equipment without obtaining a mechanical work permit. noted: at roof level (east)2 compresor/fan units installed on steel dunnage. permit#102333468 has been revolved. remedy:obtainper
Oct 19, 2000 · Penalty $400
Active
Hazardous
18n11/22m07 - 18 cease use until door lock at basement level is repaired.door lock is by passed.call 212-312-8737.22 provide emergency get cover hen car is ready for service.
Jan 31, 2000 · Penalty $500
Active
Non-hazardous
Exit sign defective and fails to meet building code standards. noted: qack of exit signs in stairwell and first floor landing. location: stairwell and first floor elevator vestibule. remedy: repair and or insta
Nov 5, 1999
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit. noted: enclosed staircase w/ sheetrock partitions at 1 fl comm space front. erected partition wall at 1 fl comm rear "rear stair to cellar" "ben raymond." location: 1 fl comm space.
May 24, 1999 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall. defect is: approx 1'-0" foot x 2'-0" foot section of cast iron facade above 1st story located at south front has fallen to sidewalk. (2) additional sections of cast
Feb 5, 1999 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
03o,57o,59o,28h,35p,33p, 03#,57#,59# top of car, pit,cwt all dirty. 28#guide shoes worn. 35#-and 33# provide access.
Jun 15, 1998 · Penalty $350
Active
Hazardous
22m07,15h12,03h10,11i11,22q06,35p17,18r06,75u05,18q07, 22# top mer cover missing 15#03# hoistway door's and car enclosure, worn, and damaged 11# car lighting defecte. 33-door way defective in overhead
Jun 15, 1998 · Penalty $500
Active
Non-hazardous
Failure to maintainexterior building wall. defect is ornamental iron columns at front facade are missing piece and defective. column at 6th floor north is missing a piece and is wedged by scroll work. remedy:
Apr 11, 1998 · Penalty $350
Active
Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. noted: (1) enclosed staircase with sheetrock partitions at 1 flr. commercial space (front) (2) erected partition walls at 1 flr commerical space (rear) rear stairwell to cellar d.b.a. "be
Sep 18, 1997 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Work without a permit.work noted:(1) stairway erected with sheetrock at 1st flr commercial rental space.(2) partitions erected at rear 1st flr.(3) stairway at cellar enclosed in sheetrock at east side.remedy:o
Feb 15, 1996 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted edrected partition and door at 5th floor stairway at rear obstructing egress to upper floors remedy remove illegal obstructions
May 11, 1992
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. 1. stairway erected with sheetrock at at 1st flcommerical rental space. 2.partitions erected at rear 1st floor commercial space. 3. stairway at cellar enclosed in sheetrock at east
May 11, 1992 · Penalty $285
Resolve
Non-hazardous
15c,8j,35#. 35.seal motor room roof-water leak.
Oct 9, 1991 · Penalty $1,000
Active
Non-hazardous
05i;06x;19m;22d;73o;
May 15, 1991
Resolve
Non-hazardous
22m,57p,57o,
Feb 28, 1991
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior castiron facade fell from south side of 3 & 4 area east wall between remedy provide protection & make all reparis to facade
Sep 22, 1989 · Penalty $1,000
Active
Unknown
Work without a permit work noted erected partition and door at 5 floor stairway at rear obstructing egress to upper floors remedy remove illegal obstructions
Jan 31, 1989 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Unknown
Work without a permit work noted staircase enclosed with sheetrock at 1 fl commercial rental space partitions erected at rear 1 floor commercial space stairway at cellar enclosed in sheetrock at east and west
Jan 31, 1989 · Penalty $250
Resolve

Complaints

Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 7, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close
Appliance
Refrigerator
Jun 7, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close
Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jun 7, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close
Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Jun 7, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 7, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close
Door/window
Door
May 27, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close
Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 27, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
May 27, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close
Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 27, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close
Appliance
Refrigerator
May 27, 2018 · Apt 4R
Close

Sales history

Date	Price	Type	Units
Jun 1, 2026	$3,100,000	Store buildings	8

Building details

Building type: Store building (K4)
Year built: 1885
Floors: 6
Residential units: 4
Building area: 29,586 ft²
Lot area: 5,000 ft²
Zoning: M1-5/R9X
Community board: 102
Council district: 1
Block / lot: 498 / 16
Assessed value: $4,306,050
Landmark / historic district: SoHo-Cast Iron Historic District

Questions about 545 Broadway

Who owns 545 Broadway?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Cemt Broadway, INC..

Does 545 Broadway have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 7 housing violations at this property.

Is 545 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 545 Broadway built?

City records list 1885 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 545 Broadway?

It has 4 residential units and 8 units in total.

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