55 5 Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10003BBL 1-00570-7501Map

55 5 Avenue is a condominium built in 1912 in Manhattan, 10003. The owner of record is Yeshiva University. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations: 0
DOB violations: 68
ECB violations: 35
HPD complaints: 10

What to know

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No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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No HPD violations

HPD has not cited this building.

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No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 0

No HPD violations on record

DOB building violations · 68

Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Remedy: provide approximately 142 linear feet of sidewalk shed at expo approximately 160 linear feet of sidewalk shed at exposure 4 (east 12 to safeguard the public.and property
Feb 26, 2025
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
Ftm facade & appurt due to a defective/loose cornice metal overlooking east 12 st. remdy: retain nys rdp to inspect & evalute 100% hand-on t the entire cornice exp1west (5th ave) & exp4 south(e12st) in order to determine code compliace & ensure stability of cornice.install public protectn @ all locat & submit report to [email protected] by 3.2.25
Feb 26, 2025
Dob violation - active
Construction other optional
At time of inspection observed at roof level exp.4, cornice in state of disrepair with exposed hole, metal hanging and in danger of further collapse.
Feb 25, 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 - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 23, 2021
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 23, 2021
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 23, 2021
Dob violation - resolved
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 17, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 17, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 23, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed

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Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 23, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 30, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 30, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 5, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed
Sprinkler none
Failed to file final sprinkler report by july 1, 2019
Sep 3, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 14, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 14, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
Cease use
May 7, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 7, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 7, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 2, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 2, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 2, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 6, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 6, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 6, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 6, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 6, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 6, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 6, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 11, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 11, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 11, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 7b technical report by 08/21/2012
Aug 30, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 7, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 7, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 5, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 13, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 13, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 13, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 13, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 13, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 7, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 5, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 20, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 20, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 20, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 20, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 20, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 20, 2007
Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 35

Class - 1
Failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances. (condition remains the same for violation 39139574z. at exposure 4, the cornice at roof level in state of disrepair with exposed hole)., maintain exterior
Aug 27, 2025 · Penalty $12,530
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to comply and submit certificate of correction for violation #39139574z issued on 02/25/2025 for failure to maintain building walls and appurtenances(condition remains same). sidewalk shed installed. re
Aug 27, 2025 · Penalty $1,280
Active
Class - 1
At time of inspection observed at roof level exp.4, cornice in state of disrepair with exposed hole, metal hanging and in danger of further collapse., maintain exterior building wall
Feb 25, 2025 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 8b and 9b report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control #901223. agg1: prior no 37022921
Apr 11, 2024 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 1
Cease use:: perform brake maintenance and record in maintenance log. replace damaged brake pad. re-test required with weights, full capacity and 125% more than full capacity. provide city i.d. tags on all eleva
Dec 16, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to submit acceptable required cycle 8b report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall & appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control #801223.remedy:submit acceptable required te
Oct 19, 2022 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 2
Failure to submit acceptable required cycle8b report of critical exam documenting condition of exterior wall&appurtenances required by28-302.4 for control801223.submit acceptable required technical report
Jun 1, 2021
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior facade and appurtenances at roof facing north elevation observed vertical cracks spalling and deterioration of masonry brick wall at elevator room #4 also observed damaged metal cla
May 28, 2021
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtnenaces note:attime of inspection observed at 1)exposure#1(5 avenue)damaged cornice in multiple locations(i)multiple cracks on water table below 4th floor.
Jan 6, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to provide safety measures(such as sidewalk shed,netting,fence etc)where required.note:at time of inspection,observed that respondent had not corrected previous violation ecb#35537942l dated 10/01/20.re
Nov 18, 2020
Resolve

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Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior bldg facade and appurtenances.note:at time of inspection observed that respondent had not corrected the defective conditions stated in previous violation ecb#35537941j dated 10/01/2
Nov 18, 2020
Resolve
Class - 1
Unlawlful acts.failure to comply with commissioner's order.note:as noted on 10/1/2020,2 ecb violations served for respondent's failure to maintain the integrity of the bldg and failure to provide safety measure
Nov 18, 2020
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to provide sidewalk shed where required.note:at time of inspection observed that there is no sidewalk shed as safety measure on exposure#1(5th avenue)where cornice is damaged in multiple locations and t
Oct 1, 2020 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings.note:at time of inspection observed that respondent did not file certificate of correction fo
Oct 1, 2020 · Penalty $625
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances.note:attime of inspection observed that responded did not correct the defectsstated in previous violation ecb#35435672n dated 07/02/2020.observed d
Oct 1, 2020
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioner's order to file certificate of correction with the department of buildings.at the time of inspection respondent did not comply with previous violation#35435672n dated 07/02/2
Sep 4, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances as noted:expo 1 damagd cornice,cracked stone above 3rd floor in several locations.expo 2 cracked/spilled stone in corner of building expo 3 cracked
Jul 2, 2020 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve
Class - 1
Observed approx. 16" x 8'-0" section of vertical 1-wyeth bricks collapsed and fell from 17th floor exterior wall onto court yard and adjacent building rear balconies. damaged observed to adjacent metal fence. v
Jul 1, 2020 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve
Class - 2
Bc27-929.1/a.c.27-929.1,failure to complete the installation of a fullsystem of automatic sprinklers and file a final sprinler report prepared by a registered design professional by july 1,2019,in an office bui
Nov 15, 2019 · Penalty $1,280
Resolve
Class - 1
97/x/17 restore to service for proper inspection by dob.
Nov 7, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable cycle 7 technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28-302 & the dept of bldgs rules & regulat
Jul 1, 2014 · Penalty $400
Resolve
Non-hazardous
53h14
Nov 29, 2004 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Hazardous
Supervision & use w/o special riggers license.(no tear-off on site w/o foreman)failure to use safety harnesses while working on scaffolds.remedy:have copy(tear-off) of license or licensee on site.wear safety ha
Nov 19, 2004 · Penalty $3,750
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Emergency exit lighting does not meet the requirements of the commissioner. {bureau of electrical control (bec) certification of inspecton required}. emergency exit/directional signs do not meet the requirement
May 2, 2002
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46b15-shorten hoist ropes
Sep 26, 2001 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46b15-shorten hoist ropes
Sep 26, 2001 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Emergency exit lighting not meet the requirements of the commisoner. {bureau of electrial control (bec) certification of inspection required}. emergency exit/ directional signs do not meet the requirements of t
Sep 21, 2001
Resolve
Non-hazardous
18m07-22d07-30p07-55m07-58o02-60j01. 18 provide missing cover lobbyk level 22-secure 30-provide access at top terminal level 55-provide 58-clean 60-provide proper counterweight clearence between cut and buffer.
Sep 14, 2001 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to provide emergency power exit lights in corridors on fl:19,18,17,16,14.failure to provide emegency power on fl:19,18,17,16,14.failure to provide adequate exit/dtnl signs on fl above failure to provide
Apr 17, 2001 · Penalty $710
Resolve
Non-hazardous
No equipment use permit noted 2nd floor roof mounted corner ac compr- rssor units quantity 2 model 38ak 007501 remedy: obtain equipment use permit
Feb 25, 1999
Resolve
Non-hazardous
57o,46b,39h, 57. clean pits. 46. shorten hoist ropes to provide properrun by clearence. 39. repair overhead tration sheave.
Jun 30, 1998
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46b,35y, 46. shorten hoist to provide proper run by clearence. 35. clean oil around hoist machine.
Jun 30, 1998
Resolve
Non-hazardous
50h,30m, 50. regroove main machine traction sheave 30. replace duct covers in shaft
Jun 30, 1998 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
47b,shorten governor safety rope.
Jun 30, 1998 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
30m,57o, 30, replace cover on hatch riser 1st floor 57o. clean pit
Jun 30, 1998 · Penalty $180
Resolve

Complaints

Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 11, 2025 · Apt 12THFL
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Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 11, 2025 · Apt 12THFL
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Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 12THFL
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Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 12THFL
Close
Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 12THFL
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Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 12THFL
Close
Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 12THFL
Close
Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 8, 2025 · Apt 12THFL
Close
Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 10, 2016 · Apt 2E
Close
Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 19, 2014 · Apt BLDG
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Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type: Condominium (RC)
Year built: 1912
Floors: 19
Residential units: —
Building area: 262,814 ft²
Lot area: 18,325 ft²
Zoning: C6-4
Community board: 102
Council district: 2
Block / lot: 570 / 7501
Assessed value: $40,058,103
Landmark / historic district: No

Questions about 55 5 Avenue

Who owns 55 5 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Yeshiva University.

Does 55 5 Avenue have violations?

NYC HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

Is 55 5 Avenue 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 55 5 Avenue built?

City records list 1912 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.