23 West 9 Street
Manhattan, NY 10011BBL 1-00573-0054Map
Owner of record: Penguin Tenants Corp
23 West 9 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1870 in Manhattan, 10011. It has 17 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Penguin Tenants Corp. HPD has recorded 34 housing violations here, most recently on March 29, 2023. 19 of the 34 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 34
- DOB violations
- 10
- ECB violations
- 31
- HPD complaints
- 9
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
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 · 34
- ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Mar 29, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Mar 29, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Mar 15, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Nov 2, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Nov 2, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Nov 2, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Apr 16, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Apr 16, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 16, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Mar 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Mar 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Feb 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Dec 28, 2004 · Apt 1F
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit door at entrance to 1 sty rear apt 1r. located at apt 1r
Oct 17, 1996 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective entrance to 1 sty rear apt 1r. located at apt 1r
Oct 17, 1996 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets washbasin bathroom 1 sty rear apt 1r. located at apt 1r
Oct 17, 1996 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling bathroom 1 sty rear apt 1r. located at apt 1r
Oct 17, 1996 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at kitchen 1 sty rear apt 1r. located at apt 1r
Oct 17, 1996 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing glass one light at door to rear yard 1 sty rear apt 1r er1. located at apt 1r
Oct 17, 1996 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of disused wood thru out rear yard.
Oct 17, 1996
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet bathroom 1 sty rear apt 1r. located at apt 1r
Oct 17, 1996 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing ceramic tiles at faucet bathtub bathroom 1 sty rear apt 1r. located at apt 1r
Oct 17, 1996 · Apt 1R
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.
Sep 5, 1995
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-41.15 adm code post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building.
Sep 5, 1995
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the rubbish and water at boiler room cellar.
Sep 5, 1995
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose metal ladder to floor at scuttle recess 4 sty public hall to roof.
Sep 5, 1995
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling of cellar at front & center.
Sep 5, 1995
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cement treads street to cellar 2 & 3 treads from top.
Sep 5, 1995
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-21.07 adm code provide 3 extra sprinkler heads and suitable wrench for emergency purposes at o.s.y. valve of sprinkler in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department cellar.
Sep 5, 1995
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration 2 sty apt at rear north opening cut in west wall combining apts from 21 w 9 st to 23 w 9 st.
Sep 5, 1995
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.
Sep 5, 1995
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing 1 sty north apt 1r borkowsky. , section '' ''
Sep 5, 1995 · Apt 1R
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.
Sep 5, 1995
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration 2nd sty apt at rear north opening cut in east wall combining apts from 23 w 9 st to 21 west st.
Jun 25, 1986
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 10
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Jan 23, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 26, 2019
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 26, 2019
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Mar 30, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmrk-landmark none
Mar 30, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 31
- Class - 1
An unlawful act failure to comply with an order of teh commissioners failure to correct and certify summosn #35359841n which was issued to you on 03-14-2019 for electrical work without a permit on the entire g
Jun 11, 2021 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35333514k issued on 3/13/19,and to file a certificate of correctionpursuant to 28.201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptable certificate
Jan 14, 2020 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35333516y issued on 3/13/19,and to file a certificate of correctionpursuant to 28.201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptable certificate
Jan 14, 2020 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 1
Unapproved unsafe,unsuitable electrical equipment appurtenances, materials, devices, applicances or wiring in use. the entire ground floor restaurant:(open) deffective wiring are in use armored cables are not
Mar 14, 2019 · Penalty $1,600
Active - Class - 1
Electrical work w/o a permit. the entire ground floor restaurent:removed the exiting electrical installation: branch circuits wiring,(receptors) conduits, switches lighting fixtures."not file"this is not final
Mar 14, 2019 · Penalty $1,600
Active - Class - 2
Illegal use in a residential area. observed a rear yard building extension approx 26x20 one story high property is in a r6 residential district and requires rear yard space to be 30ft with the extension
Mar 13, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Work without permit. at the time of inspection observed in apt 1-r ongoing construction consisting of three workers . observed multiple installation of electrical outlets and fixtures approx 80% complete
Mar 13, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or dob records. c of o # 57971 dated july 2 1963 list 1st floor use as medical office at time of inspection of apt 1-fr observed apt is
Mar 13, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioners order to file a certificate of correction for violation # 34244196n work without a permit. dated 3/29/2000. remedy: file certificate of correction.
Mar 13, 2019 · Penalty $1,600
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain . failure to install safety rail fence around rear yard patio /extension to prevent objects from falling down. remedy: install fence /guard rail.
Mar 13, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specification. note: observedsidewalk shed erected at front of the bldg. sidewalk shed lights not operating at time of inspection 5:40am that does not meet code specific
Aug 20, 2015 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner: re i observed @11:20am in apt 2r, basin in 1/2 bath is connected with a prohibited trap. rmdy: remove non complying material.
May 11, 2015 · Penalty $530
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit (@ unit#3)@ 3rd flr having removed old ceiling & replaced sectionns 3rd flr ceiling also note headers & lintels installed @ 2 openings to westside of apt (21 side)@ 4thflr of duplex apt having
Jun 24, 2011 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg improper drainage. noted (downspout) from 2 flr balcony terminator at front yard into open area. remedy: connect drain to conform to local law 103/89.
Jun 20, 2007 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Non-hazardous
Operation of a p.a. w/o current permit noted: pa #64/53 use caroup #6 eating & drinking establishment, remedy: obtain a p.a .permit
Nov 14, 2003 · Penalty $200
Active - Hazardous
Work w/o a permit work noted:at basement extension to restaurant approx 12 feet at rear of bldgs 19-23 west 9th st.remedy:obtain permit:if feasible of restore to prior legal condition.
Nov 14, 2003 · Penalty $800
Active - Non-hazardous
Work w/o permit:noted the resturant in basement has extended it's space into rear yard w/o permits more has been indicated on approved pa plans #64/53 of 11/3/83,extended adortence storage room,seating room
May 23, 2003 · Penalty $1,000
Active - Hazardous
Plumbing work without a permit.location;restaurant
May 20, 2003
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain place of assembly.noted:wall mounted five extinquisher mounted in between & bloxking fesible link five door.at rear kitchen ceiling defective/missing at exhaust duct/blower location dba
Mar 29, 2000 · Penalty $350
Active - Non-hazardous
Work doed not confirm to approved plans noted; exhaust duct from basement level commercial space bathroom does not terminate at rear of roof as shown on plans#101629436 dated 12/17/97 dba marylous remedy;termin
Mar 29, 2000 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Non-hazardous
No requirements use permits noted; no permit available for a.c. unit located at basement level rear kitchen area, dba marylous remedy: obtainanequipment use permit
Mar 29, 2000 · Penalty $750
Active - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit.noted:at basement level rear extended creating additional eating.cooling & accessory use spces.yard area reduced at west side and completely used at east location.bldg dept. wood pa 64/53 plan
Mar 29, 2000 · Penalty $500
Active - Non-hazardous
Work does not conform to approved plans. noted: exhaust duct from basement of comm. space does not terminate at rear to roof as shown onplans #101629436 dated 12/17/97 d.b.a. mary lous restaurant. remedy:
Dec 21, 1999 · Penalty $250
Active - Non-hazardous
No equipment use permit. noted: no permit for a/c unit at basement level rear kitchen area. no equipment permit available at time of inspection. d.b.a. mary lous restaurant. remedy: obtain equipment
Dec 21, 1999 · Penalty $400
Active - Non-hazardous
Place of assembly plans not available for inspection . noted: no approved pa plans for pa #64/53 #4911. dba marylous. remedy: provide approved pa plans
Dec 21, 1999 · Penalty $500
Active - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide place of assembly as a maylows noted: 1- wall mounted fire extinguisher mounted in between fuseable line fire door opening 2- at rear butcher ceiling defective / missing at exhaust duct / blo
Dec 21, 1999 · Penalty $350
Active - Non-hazardous
Dangerous places and things noted:at basement level restaurant premises arranged to accomodate approx. 130 persons.pa approved for only 110 persons under pa #64/53#04911 expires 1/12/00
Dec 21, 1999
Resolve - Hazardous
Approved place of assembly plans not available for inspection noted: approved plans not available at time of inspection for pa #64/53. dbamarylou's. remedy: provide approved place of assembly plans.
Dec 7, 1999 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to obtain a equipment use permit noted: at units at cellar level at kitchen and bathroom area connected to restaurant dba maryloulocation:cellar. remedy:obain permits and approval from dept of bldgs.
Dec 16, 1998 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Non-hazardous
Place of assemble contrary to approved plans pa 6453 plans dated 11-03-83. noted at cellar level p.a. space. seating at west side during room and adjacent rear space,counter top area. exit at center exit not 3
Oct 29, 1998 · Penalty $130
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. work noted: installed new partitions new suspended ceiling and new store front floor. remedy:stop all work and obtain a permit.
Oct 19, 1993 · Penalty $1,000
Active
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 25, 2017 · Apt 1R
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 25, 2017 · Apt 1FT
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 25, 2017 · Apt 2F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 21, 2004 · Apt 1F
Close - Appliance
Sprinker cert
Jul 26, 2004
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 12, 2004 · Apt 1F
Close - General
Fire-escape
Nov 10, 2003 · Apt NONE
Close - General
Fire-escape
Nov 10, 2003 · Apt NONE
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 6, 2003 · Apt GRN
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 20, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - walkup apartments | — |
| Dec 16, 2025 | $795,000 | Coops - walkup apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C6)
- Year built
- 1870
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 17
- Building area
- 12,632 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,827 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 102
- Council district
- 2
- Block / lot
- 573 / 54
- Assessed value
- $2,242,350
- Landmark / historic district
- Greenwich Village Historic District
HPD registration #109476, last renewed Jul 2, 2026.
Questions about 23 West 9 Street
Who owns 23 West 9 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Penguin Tenants Corp.
Does 23 West 9 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 34 housing violations at this property.
Is 23 West 9 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 23 West 9 Street built?
City records list 1870 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 23 West 9 Street?
It has 17 residential units and 18 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.