85 Christopher Street
Manhattan, NY 10014BBL 1-00619-0081Map
Owner of record: Christopher St.associnc
85 Christopher Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1872 in Manhattan, 10014. It has 20 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Christopher St.associnc. HPD has recorded 184 housing violations here, most recently on July 17, 2026. 5 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 15 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 184
- DOB violations
- 31
- ECB violations
- 18
- HPD complaints
- 221
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
Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 184
- ANon-hazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all stories and its components at building front at fire escape
Jul 17, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Dec 20, 2024 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick stand installed at fire door leading to rear yard at public hall, 1st story
Dec 20, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick stand permanently installed at door leading to north yard at public hall, 1st story
Dec 13, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at door leading to north yard at public hall, 1st story
Dec 13, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Nov 30, 2024 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Nov 30, 2024 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles around shower walls in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Nov 30, 2024 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at east wall at public hall, 6th story
Jul 23, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead door leading to roof at 1st public hall bulkhead from east, 6th story
Jul 23, 2024
Closed — Violation closed
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- ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Jul 23, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant in at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Jul 23, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at east wall at public hall, 6th story
Jul 23, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Jun 1, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Jun 1, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 23, 2024 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective mortise lock on door in the entrance located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 23, 2024 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story
May 7, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing at public hall, 1st story
May 7, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
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. at public hall, 1st story
May 7, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story
May 7, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling... leading to north yard fire door at public hall, 1st story
May 7, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling .... at north at public hall, 1st story
May 7, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
May 7, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling.... by vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
May 7, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Apr 7, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Apr 7, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Apr 7, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective door and frame at building entrance , 1st story
Mar 10, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick stand installed at building front entrance , 1st story
Feb 24, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 24, 2024 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 4B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at lower sash at south 2 window in the 1st room from north located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jan 31, 2024 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at shower in the bathroom located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Dec 8, 2023 · Apt 4B
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Dec 8, 2023 · Apt 4B
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Dec 8, 2023 · Apt 4B
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 7, 2023 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Feb 7, 2023 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Feb 2, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Feb 2, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kickstand stop at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story
Feb 2, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 2, 2023 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 2, 2023 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 2, 2023 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 2, 2023 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 15, 2022 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 15, 2022 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 15, 2022 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective spring balance at lower south 2 window sash at south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 4b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Feb 15, 2022 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 31
- Construction other optional
Failure to maintain.deteriorated mortar joints & missing bricks noted@ chimney @ rear cracked & bulging of brick walls noted @rear &east wall parapet of east wall leaning.owner to engage pe & contractor to evaluate exterior walls @ repair under prmt.obtain permt by 2/1/26 cmplt wrk by 3/1/26
Jan 12, 2026
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Requesting eng report for bulkhead leaning and out of plumb with struc ture remedy: owner must hire nys licensed pe to submit report w/plans, phot os, & repair timeline to dob to [email protected] w/in 14 days
Dec 31, 2025
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Jan 17, 2020
Dob violation - active
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
5/14/14: 6th floor center pier, front facade, failed. emergency vacateof bldg. & closure of christopher st. remedy: immediatelyhire nys pe & contractor, stabilize failed pier brickwork,installshed & pipe scaffold. file & permit all work by cob 5/23/14. work should start immediately. shoring/stabilization complete by 5/20/14
May 14, 2014
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 15, 2014
Dob violation - active - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Jun 26, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Jun 26, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Jun 26, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Mar 26, 2008
Dob violation - active - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Mar 26, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Mar 26, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Zoning none
Z-zoning none
Aug 27, 2004
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Nov 1, 2001
Dob violation - active - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Jan 31, 2001
Dob violation - active - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Jan 31, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Sep 20, 2000
Dob violation - active - Zoning none
Z-zoning none
Sep 11, 2000
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Oct 27, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmrk-landmark none
Jun 15, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Jun 15, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Dec 23, 1987
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 18
- Class - 2
Atoi, observed premises address has active permit that are not posted anywhere on premises in a conspicuous place or for public viewing. permit # m00129746-i1-el, expiring 05/20/2027, is not posted. active perm
Jun 25, 2026 · Penalty $300
Resolve - Class - 2
Atoi, observed premises address has active permit that are not posted anywhere on premises in a conspicuous place or for public viewing. permit # m01343382-i1-sh, expiring 06/28/2026, is not posted. active perm
Jun 25, 2026 · Penalty $330
Active - Class - 2
Atoi, observed premises address has active permit that are not posted anywhere on premises in a conspicuous place or for public viewing. permit #m01344074-i1-el, expiring 09/23/2026, is not posted. active permi
Jun 25, 2026 · Penalty $330
Active - Class - 2
Atoi, observed ac split unit with disconnect box at rear of premises, along exp. 4 / 3 (rear area), at first floor level. there are no permits or filings as per dob records., obtain permit
Jun 25, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Observed vertical and horizontal cracking at exposure 3 along the facade extending through multiple stories, and additional cracking at the parapet wall at exposure 4. this condition indicates exterior wall det
Mar 5, 2026 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 1
Exposure 3 at chimney stack located at 6th story roof level exhibits loose brick and cracking at chimney stock including masonary coping, also sections throughout stones. exposure 4 at 6th story facade(roof lev
Dec 31, 2025 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 1
Household items at 6th story public hallway creating construction to egress. remedy: remove all item blocking egress.
Dec 31, 2025
Resolve - Class - 2
Work without a permit i observed in apartment 3a sink was installed in bathroom also in the kitchen area a sink was installed with new waste and water valves., obtain all permits
Oct 5, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner i observed in apartment 3a sink in bathroom was not installed to code waste line going back to stack is reduced. sink not vented used jim cap on waste line,
Oct 5, 2020 · Penalty $500
Active - Class - 2
Premises 6-story and bulkhead above roof level. observed entire roof bulk approx. sized 12'-0" x 5'-0"x 6'-0" slightly leaning toward left to right. also observed 2-windows with frame & door in bulkhead broken,
Sep 13, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Active
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- Class - 2
Temporary construction equipment on site expired permit.noted:sidewalkshed permit #140067095 has expired on 9/8/14 and no renewal hs been submitted to the dept. rmdy: renew permit.
Sep 10, 2014
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner.noted:@ rear roof level a brick with metal flue pipe chimney is leaning not plum,brackets supporting chimney bent,chimney's flue pipe has rotted thru.rem:repa
May 15, 2014 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg noted:@ 6th fl of front biick facade section approx 4'x6' brick wall has dislodged,5th fl brick wall is bulging.1/2" vertical crack on exp 4 from 1st to 6th fl near front corner.fl insi
May 14, 2014 · Penalty $1,030
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner.defects noted:at time of inspection floors in apartments 3b,3d and 6d are leaning out of plumb.apartment 6d has problems w/electrical outlets.window in ap
May 9, 2013 · Penalty $250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.defects noted:at time of inspection window guards in apartment #2c has 4 locks securing guards and obstructing egress to rear fire escape.rmdy:remove obstructions
May 9, 2013 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building wall or appurtenances.noted: major bulging of the brick facade at the 5th fl. brick work pushed outwards approx3"x4" at area between the two fire escape windows. brick in danger of
Mar 7, 2013 · Penalty $1,000
Active - Non-hazardous
B4a,16,32a,34b,48a,b,50,50a,b,c,d.50-backflow preventor not piped down.50a-both,both boiler room lights defective.50b-debris in boiler room.50c-hole in front wall of boiler room.50d-boiler flue supported w/band
Nov 23, 2007 · Penalty $180
Active - Hazardous
Operation of a retail store arranged as an adult establishment within a residential district.the zr has no provision for adult establishments in residential zones.this constitues an illegal use in a residential
Apr 12, 2005 · Penalty $240
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 31, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 28, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Electric
No lighting
Jul 23, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jul 23, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 23, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 10, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 10, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 30, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 30, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Sep 24, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close
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- Plumbing
Basin/sink
Sep 24, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 24, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Sep 24, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 24, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Sep 24, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Sep 24, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Sep 24, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 24, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Dec 3, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 24, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Nov 24, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Nov 24, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Nov 24, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 26, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 16, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Jun 7, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 30, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Door/window
Door
May 25, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 22, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Door/window
Door
May 22, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Door/window
Door
May 14, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 23, 2024 · Apt ENTRAN
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 23, 2024 · Apt ENTRAN
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 28, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 28, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Mar 28, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 28, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 26, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 26, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Mar 26, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 26, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Mar 4, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 4, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 4, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 1, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Feb 21, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 21, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Feb 21, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 21, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1872
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 20
- Building area
- 10,950 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,275 ft²
- Zoning
- R6
- Community board
- 102
- Council district
- 3
- Block / lot
- 619 / 81
- Assessed value
- $1,051,200
- Landmark / historic district
- Greenwich Village Historic District
HPD registration #127530, last renewed Aug 24, 2025.
Questions about 85 Christopher Street
Who owns 85 Christopher Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Christopher St.associnc.
Does 85 Christopher Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 184 housing violations at this property.
Is 85 Christopher Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 15 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 75% of its 20 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 85 Christopher Street built?
City records list 1872 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 85 Christopher Street?
It has 20 residential units and 22 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.