18 West Houston Street
Manhattan, NY 10012BBL 1-00523-0048Map
Owner of record: Cable Building Owners
18 West Houston Street is an office building built in 1894 in Manhattan, 10012. The owner of record is Cable Building Owners. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.
- HPD violations
- 0
- DOB violations
- 207
- ECB violations
- 86
- HPD complaints
- 2
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
HPD has not cited this building.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 0
No HPD violations on record
DOB building violations · 207
- Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner: note at the time of inspection observed conditions. exposure 1 crack stone damaged joints at 2 fl. exposure 2 defected fire escape and window frames exposure 3 damaged window sill 1st fl, defected fire escape. remedy: repair and or replace
Jan 21, 2026
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner.note observed at exp3 west elev,a cracked glass window on the 3rd floor and a damage d window lintel.remedy:repair and/or replace
Feb 26, 2025
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. note: observed at exposure 3, west elevation a cracked glass window on the 3rd floor remedy: repair and/or replace
Jan 30, 2025
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. observed at exposure 3 west elevation crack/broken window pane at north end 9fl remedy: repair and/or replace
Sep 9, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2023
Jun 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Failure to maintain bldg in code complaint. observed @ exp 1 e elev missing window trim 4fl,crack pane & floor.exp2 missing trim & damaged coating at fire escape & damaged concrete @ stove entrance.exp 3 damaged stone and crack window pane 3 fl. exp 4 spalling roof damage concrete. remedy: repair and or replace
Apr 4, 2024
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 22, 2024
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Failure to maintain exterior building walls and appurtenances.exp#1 east elev.broken window pane on 5th flr.missing decorative#4several location.spalled sill on 3rd flr.expo#4 north elev.spalling bulging bricks at parapet.remedy:pprovide safety measures repair damage facade and appurtenances as per 1 rcny 103-04
Dec 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Emergency work order due to haz expo#1,3&4.condition such as on exp#1 broken window pane on 5thfl.expo cracked window trim,expo#4 no elev loose building bricks at parapet walls remedy:repair immed damage faca facade and appurtenances provide safety measures maintain building as per 1 rcny 103-04
Dec 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Dec 1, 2023
Dob violation - active
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- Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 2, 2023
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building exterior walls in a code compliant manner observed damaged decortive metal around windows on exposures.1&3damage stone on exposure 2 spalled stone work on exposure 3 and cracked stone on roof level remedy:fix or replace
Aug 22, 2023
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2023
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.observed@ exp#1 defected window and frames. exposure#2damaged water table defected cornice and damaged concrete at commercial entrance step& wall.expo#4 damaged stone 3 floor remedy:maintain building.repair and or replace
May 3, 2023
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 2, 2023
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Ftm bldg exterior walls facade and appurtenances. observed on exp1 east elev 4fl missing window decorative metal. also rusting of the same metal in another location on the same exp. remedy: maintain bldg exterior walls facade and appurtenances
Feb 6, 2023
Dob violation - active - Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Dec 1, 2022
Dob violation - active - Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Dec 1, 2021
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Failure to comply with previous commissioner's order #112519cllf02av as of 8/5/21 owner failed to comply with immediate cure order remedy: immed comply with code and commissioner's order
Aug 5, 2021
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 27, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 27, 2021
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 27, 2021
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 27, 2021
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 16, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 16, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 16, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 16, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 23, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 23, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 23, 2020
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 23, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 30, 2020
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
Cease use
Jun 30, 2020
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 24, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 24, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 24, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 24, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 22, 2020
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Ftm exterior bldg facade and appurtenance. loose/missing and erroded mortar joints in between lime stone/decorative stone at 8th fl watertable level for its exp 1(broadway)exp 2(w. housten st) and exp 3 (merler st)all three street exp were observed missing/eroded masonry mortar joints. remedy:maintain exterior bldg and appurtenances
Nov 25, 2019
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 13, 2019
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Emerg wrk ord:sidewalk vault insp by feu on 10/29/19 & was determined to be@risk of collapse&posing a danger to pub.sidewalk vault inclose proximity to ta struct.ownr retained engr's to wrk with ta & dob.owner pe/cont req to carry out emerg shoring inside sw vault immd.pe onsite direct/supv shor instl.desimone file plans/appl with dob within 2 days
Oct 29, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Ftm:sidewalk inadequately suppt'd by unpermitt non-engin'r &deterior wd shor.sw vault in close prox to nycta struct,needs to be protected on/around 10/29/19 emerg wrk ord issued by dob shore vault with plans approve by dob/ta.own retain pe prepare sw vault repr dwgs.file/coord with dob,nycta,dot&pull prmt.repr vault st by 12/31/19&cmpl by 2/21/20
Oct 29, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst
Sep 6, 2019
Dob violation - active - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst
Sep 6, 2019
Dob violation - active - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst
Sep 6, 2019
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 4, 2019
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 4, 2019
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 4, 2019
Dob violation - active - Sprinkler none
Failed to file final sprinkler report by july 1, 2019
Sep 3, 2019
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 9, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 86
- Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specification:observed exposure 1 east elevation and exposure 2 south elevation loose shed parapet panel.rem:comply to code specification.
Sep 9, 2024 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
A.c.27-929.1,failure to complete installation of full system of automatic sprinklers & file final sprinkler report prepared by registered design professional in office building 100 feet or more in height in exi
Jun 17, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Respondent failed to comply with drawing of sidewalk shed and placed digital sign. observed digital screen sign has multiple massages for businesses and information contrary code. it is the responsibility of th
May 24, 2024 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
27-929.1 failure to complete the installation of a full system of automatic sprinklers and file a final sprinkler report prepared by a registered design professional in an office building 100 feet or more in he
Feb 28, 2023 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
No door lock monitoring installed in this controller as mandated by 3.10.12 of appendix k3. remedy: file and install dlm and contact nycdob for test.
Sep 14, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
No door lock monitoring installed in this controller as mandated by 3.10.12 of appendix k3. remedy: file and install dlm, and contact nycdob for test.
Sep 14, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Sec. ac 27-929.1 failure to complete the installation of a full systemof automatic sprinklers & file a final sprinkler report prepared by a registered design professional in an office bldg 100 feet or more in
Nov 1, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 2
Failure to file acceptable amended cycle 6,7c & 8c report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial facades report required by 28-302.5 for control #801003.remedy:file acceptable report.
Oct 8, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
27-929.1 failure to complete the installation of a full system of automatic sprinklers and file a sprinkler report prepared by a registered by a registered design professional in an office building 100 feet or
Mar 30, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#38270018p issued on 08/19/19 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptible certificate has not yet been fi
Sep 28, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Failure to comply w/comm's order contained in vio#35454646n issued on 10/28/19 and/or file a cofc pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg in code comliant manner. rem:comply w/comm's
Jan 18, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to renew a3-alt3 permiis.at time of inspection noted sidewalk sheds permit hsas been expired on 05/24/22019.permit#122434810-01-eq-sh-issued dated 05/24/2019,expired dated 05/24/2019.remedy:comply with
Nov 25, 2019 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Ac 27-929.1, failure to complete the installation of a full system of automatic sprinklers & file sprinkler report prepared by a registerd design professional by july 1, 2019, in an office building 100 feet or
Nov 15, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.at time of inspection noted:at sidewalk vualt structural steel rusted through and/or missing through out entire sidewalk vault.remedy:repair/replace
Oct 28, 2019 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 2
42l10,89h11,89i11,92i10/11,92b07 (42)controller intermittently will not power up after power is(removed) (89)step chain is showing wear,replace (89)one step w/ chipped threads replace (92)decking by lower handr
Aug 19, 2019 · Penalty $625
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: sidewalk vault in disrepair w/structural steel rusted through & or missing throughout entire sidewalk vault. remedy: comply w/code.
Aug 14, 2019 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. note sidewalk vaultin disrepair on both upper & under vaults the underneath vault has deterioratef structural beams some wood & some steel. remedy: repair &/or
Jun 12, 2019 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Cu5a10,68b7. cu5a10-door restrictor has been altered and rendered inoperative. this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers safety. repair the restrictor and notify the dob at [email protected]
Jun 4, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Cu5a10,59bb15,56y13,68m7. cu5a10-the door restrictor has been alteredand rendered inoperative. this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers safety. repair the restrictor and notify the dob at eir@
Jun 4, 2019 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
2x10,1b7,68b7,70y9 2-alarm bell inoperative on stop switch and alarm button; 68-logbook not uptodate; 70-oil leak in pit.
Jun 4, 2019 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 1
100#### failure to report an escalator accident. failure to report an escalator accident promptly accident occurred date time personnel injuries requiring medical attention.
Apr 19, 2019 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
85b10,86i11,cu86b5,cu88i11,cu89h11,cu84i11,cu88b10,cu94b11. 85b10-step and skirt clearance too much; 86i11-replace damaged comb top and bottom; 86b5-perform comb plate electrical switch test top and bottom.
Apr 19, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Cu88b10,90i10; cu89h10; cu89i10. 88b10-handrails can be stalled with very little pressure. 90i10-top emergency start station cover defective. 89h10-replace all worn step bushing; 89i10-replace all broken step
Apr 19, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35384050l issued on 01-31-19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. no c of c on file. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c
Mar 30, 2019 · Penalty $10,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. upper level of sidewalk vault and vault underneath sidewalk deteriorated, dislodged+in disrepair structural wood beam frame in disrepair endanger of collap
Jan 31, 2019 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35369792p issued on 10/21/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.no c of c on file.rem:co
Dec 7, 2018 · Penalty $1,577
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: in upper level of vault underneath the sidewalk at exp#1 deteriorated,dislodged & disrepaired. noted structural frame approx size 200' by 20'high.
Oct 24, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
B254,32a,42,50a,50b,50c,50d. as per class 2 (b254) 28.301.1 failure to maintain 32a: exposed electrical wires at electrical boxes; 50a-dogleg missing form fire door boiler #01; 42-smoke alarm defective boile
Sep 21, 2018 · Penalty $655
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.noted.premises 9-story sem attached sprinkler commercial masonry building.at the tim eof inspection.i observed deteriorated dislodged & disrepaired metal st
Sep 4, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specification: note: at time of inspection i observed sidewalk shed w/the following objections: damaged mudsills-exposed bolts-disconnected cross braces-vertical post
Jun 27, 2018 · Penalty $2,400
Active - Class - 2
Failure to provide sidewalk shed parapet sign panel. note: at time of inspection, observed sidewalk shed in place without project information panel to be in compliance to building code 3301.9.2. it must contain
Jan 23, 2018 · Penalty $400
Active - Class - 2
Failure to post or properly post permit for equipment at premises. note: at time of inspection observed sidewalk shed in place without permit posted in any conspicuous place at work site or visible to the publi
Jan 23, 2018 · Penalty $400
Active - Class - 2
Posting of unlawful signs. note: at time of inspection observed. sidewalk shed in place with the following violating condition, posting on unlawful sign information pictorial representation business or advertis
Jan 23, 2018 · Penalty $1,200
Active - Class - 2
Failure to file acceptable amended report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report.agg 2:history of noncompliance on 36027423x,36026448h.rem:file acceptable amended
Nov 7, 2016 · Penalty $4,000
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg walls and appurtenances. noted at time of in spection, at exp1 (broadway), (i) defective cst iron sheathing/cas iron decorative strips were found at surroundings of 4f window at 3rd
Apr 6, 2016 · Penalty $500
Active - Class - 2
Sec. 3307.6.5 failure to maintain adequate illumination beneath sidewalk shed as required by code sidewalk shed erected under job #122434810 along exp#2 has inoperable bulbs rendering affected area visibly dark
Jan 3, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
Sec. 287-317.3 failure to register cooling tower. remedy: comply w/code.
Sep 21, 2015
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable amended cycle 7 report to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law fisp report. remedy: file an amended report following remedial repair
May 29, 2015 · Penalty $800
Active - Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable amended cycle 7 report to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law fisp report. remedy: file an amended report following remedial repair
Nov 28, 2014 · Penalty $4,000
Active - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction documents &/or approvedamendments. noted: during inspection there were no plans on site for outrigger beams on exp 3. beams looked unsafe & i could not verify the
Oct 10, 2014
Resolve - Class - 2
Failed to notify dept/obtain permit prior to use of outrigger beams. noted: during inspection 2 scaffolds were being used w/outrigger beams w/o prior notification. remedy: notify dept.
Oct 10, 2014 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to take and provide safety measures(sidewalk shed etc)where required to protect and secure public safety from unsafe facade as per 1rcny 103-04.facade technical report file unsafe by pe/ra on 7.6.06.rmd
Nov 21, 2012 · Penalty $2,400
Active - Class - 3
37m07,97o02: 37m07;provide missing handrail on roof in front of overhead room for elevator sheaves. 97o02;clean entire device rails,bracketstop of car set.
Mar 6, 2012 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an amended 6th round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report. 36016717h. remedy: file an amended report following re
Dec 29, 2011 · Penalty $8,000
Active - Class - 2
Falilure to provide safety measures,sidewalk shed where required according to the cycle #6 technical report filed as unsafe.rem:provide safety measures,sidewalk shed where required;replace & repair all damage f
Aug 18, 2011 · Penalty $500
Active - Class - 2
Failure to file an amended 6th round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial ll11/98 report.36014796x.rem:file an amended report following remedial repairs
May 27, 2011 · Penalty $2,000
Active - Class - 2
Failure to complete,implement amend bicycle access plan or provide request for exception.respondent failed to complete a bicycle access plan@ tenants request.rem:complete,implement,amend bicycle access plan or
Mar 17, 2011 · Penalty $800
Active - 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 $2,000
Active - Class - 2
Fail to complete/implement/amend bicycle access plan or provide request for exception respondent failed to complete a bicycle access plan attenant's request. remedy: complete/implement/amend bicycle access plan
Dec 8, 2010 · Penalty $800
Active - Class - 2
Failure to file an amended 6th round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report. remedy: file an amended report following remedial repa
Sep 17, 2010 · Penalty $8,000
Active
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 16, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Apr 16, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Office building (O6)
- Year built
- 1894
- Floors
- 9
- Residential units
- —
- Building area
- 204,920 ft²
- Lot area
- 25,616 ft²
- Zoning
- C6-2
- Community board
- 102
- Council district
- 2
- Block / lot
- 523 / 48
- Assessed value
- $27,141,300
- Landmark / historic district
- NoHo Historic District
Questions about 18 West Houston Street
Who owns 18 West Houston Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Cable Building Owners.
Does 18 West Houston Street have violations?
NYC HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.
Is 18 West Houston Street 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 18 West Houston Street built?
City records list 1894 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.