155 8 Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10011BBL 1-00741-0036Map
Owner of record: Father Realty Corp.
155 8 Avenue is a store building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10011. The owner of record is Father Realty Corp.. HPD has recorded 1 housing violation here, most recently on May 4, 2004. 1 of the 1 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 1
- DOB violations
- 49
- ECB violations
- 46
- HPD complaints
- 15
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 · 1
- CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of no electrical lights in all stys. at public hall
May 4, 2004
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 49
- Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Remedy: provide approximately 25 linear feet of sidewalk shed at exp 01 to safeguard the public and property
Mar 17, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. at time of inspection observed existing decorative wood cornice has detached and fallen, remaining sections have a potential to further detach. signs of severe deterioration at parapet level potentially degrading masonry.
Mar 16, 2026
Dob violation - active - 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 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Emergency none
Provide approx. 30 linear feet of sidewalk shed along the front exp#1 to safeguard the public and property
Dec 26, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Plumbing none
The dob intends to revoke all approvals and permits under plumbing laa #110498943 due to suspension of master plumbers license. stop all plumbing work under above mentioned permit and obtain a new master plumber to supersede the plumbing permit
Sep 22, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Construction other optional
The borough commissioner has issued a stop work order for permit/appli cation# 121834051 due to contractor withdrawal. stop all work, make si te safe, provide all information forthworth
Mar 16, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 18, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 29, 2016
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 9, 2016
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 9, 2016
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 23, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Aug 13, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 29, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Feb 27, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 21, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 27, 2007
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Apr 2, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 13, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 1, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Oct 1, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 23, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Nov 19, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Apr 21, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
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Jun 4, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Feb 19, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
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Jun 13, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Mar 8, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 20, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Apr 7, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Apr 25, 1991
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
Device #1f5262
Mar 11, 1991
Vp-violation unserved ecb-active - Elevator elevatoroptional
1
Jun 29, 1990
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51)file for new installation with elevator department
Oct 22, 1988
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 46
- Class - 2
At time of inspection, observed sidewalk shed in place with active permits, but inadequate illumination as required by bc 3307.6.4.8. this condition poses a risk of injury to the public and increases the potent
Mar 27, 2026 · Penalty $2,400
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building walls/appurtenances. at time of inspection observed at exposure# 1, existing decorative wood cornice has detached and fallen onto pedestrian sidewalk. condition is an immediate haza
Mar 16, 2026 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Class - 2
Work w/out a permit.work noted at 3rd fl:erected partitions to create (adult use) viewing projection room,5 viewing/buddy booths(peep-adult viewing).installed water & waste wings to create 2 bathrooms(1 2pc win
Oct 22, 2021
Resolve - Class - 2
Altered/changed bldg occupied w/out a valid certificate of occupancy as per 28-118.3.1- 28-118.3.2 permit #121834051 permitted on 1/13/2020has not been signed off or no tco has been obtained.remedy:obtain a va
Oct 22, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#39014822j issued on 12-24-19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. no cert of
Feb 11, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner. at time of inspection, observed bricks missing from the lentil above the 2nd floor window at exposure #1, of the buildings facade. non compliant to code.
Dec 24, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping per section requirements. at time of inspection no work in progress, however, observed excessive construction debris, materials, and tools all over the 3rd floor commer
Dec 24, 2019 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35272161h issued on 07/19/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. exposed wood studded plywood clg approx 160sf & approx 210 sf
Oct 13, 2017
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35290108h issued on 08/30/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. the main front entry door is not in place(not there)it appears
Oct 13, 2017 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in sum/vio#35272161h issued on 07/19/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. exposed wood @ ceiling & walls to roof,very dryed out & ignitable.
Aug 30, 2017
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: the main front entry door is not in place(not there)it appears the door was busted out. no hinges & no safe guarding. the bldg is wide open to staircase
Aug 30, 2017 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Altered/changed bldg occupied w/o a valid c of o as per 28-118.3.1 - 28-118.3.2. at time of inspection,observed at 2nd fl level the existance of an adult video store w/pornographic movies,toys,accessories and
Aug 30, 2017 · Penalty $500
Active - Class - 2
(1)missing & broken ceramic fl tiles at bldg.entry door,constitute a tripping hazard.(2)defective bldg entry door;missing bottom glass pane &horizontal & vertical cracks in top glass pane.
Jul 19, 2017 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 1
Exposed wood-studded plywood clg.approx 160 sf & approx 210 sf walls stairway to roof.note:the wood is dry & ignitable.rem:comply w/nov
Jul 19, 2017
Resolve - Class - 2
Co36612,dated 10/25/68,mandates the following(1)1st fl hardware store(2)2nd fl storage & offices(3)3rd fl storage at time of inspection 1st fl occupied as a deli ,2nd fl selling gay paraphanalia&unable to gain
Jul 19, 2017 · Penalty $1,200
Active - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or bldg dept records.noted:co#66612,dated 10/25/68,mandates that 2nd flr be devoted to storage&offices.at time of inspection,2nd flr had a rear
Sep 22, 2016 · Penalty $3,000
Active - Class - 2
B265,31,15,16,19b,24b,b254,34b,38,50c,50,50a,50b. 50-missing manual reset low water cutoff; 50a-missing check valve on feed; 50b-missing drips on backflow and relief valves; 50c-no band iron on flue pipe.as per
Jul 12, 2016 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Illegal use in commercial district noted:as per 7r 32-01(a) operation of adult establisment as adult store and adult theater,"rainbow triangle" on 2nd floor in c 1-5 (retail) district and r8 residential distric
Apr 6, 2016
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by building department records.illegal occupancy noted:2 floor occupied as an adult establisment (adult store adult theater) cellar equipment and arranged as preparation area.
Apr 6, 2016 · Penalty $6,000
Active - Class - 2
Altered/changed building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy as per 28-118.3(&) 28-118.3.2 noted 1 floor occupied as a deli appl.#121834051 permitted partially not singed off rem:obtain valid c/o
Apr 6, 2016 · Penalty $500
Active - Class - 2
Work without a permit.work noted:install business sign at 2 floor "rainbow triangle 2 floor" work 100% complete.remedy:stop all work obtain permit.
Apr 6, 2016 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/out a permit.noted @rear lower level roof installed new hvac system duct work attached to rear of bldg vented @top of upper level roof.rem:obtain permit.
Feb 25, 2016 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Altered/changed bldg occupied w/out a valid c of o as per 28-118.3.1,3.2 bldg altered under job #121834051 is occupied (1st fl deli,2nd fl adjust establishment) prior to sign off job#121834051.rem:obtained vali
Feb 21, 2016 · Penalty $500
Active - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction documents &/or approvedamendments.noted alt1 job# issued 8/19/15 non conforming @ roof level demoed/erected new wood framed enclosure over staircase work is approx
Dec 14, 2015 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to institute/maintain safety equipment measures or temporary construction-no guardrails noted @ roof level work being performed @ roof staircase no guardrails installed @ exp1,3,4 roof level stop all wo
Dec 14, 2015 · Penalty $6,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawfully continued work while on notice of a stop work order.noted swo issued 11/6/13 ecb#35029737l observed 2 workers working @ 2nd fl staircase/hallway & roof level demo & wood framing being performed.rem c
Dec 14, 2015 · Penalty $4,800
Active - Class - 2
Illegal use in commerical district noted:as per zr3201(a).operation ofadult establishment as adult store & adult theatre."splosh"(1st fl-store,2nd fl theatre w/ 2 video booths)in c1-5 retail district & r8 resid
Jun 22, 2015 · Penalty $800
Active - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.noted:on 2nd fl fire exit door leading into their case to the street blocked by srewed down to fl 2pc of 2"x4"wood.rem:remove obstruction pathwith.
Jun 22, 2015 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cert of occupancy #66612 illegal occupancy noted:1st fl store(aclult)estabhishment approx 30% of fl squyare footage,2nd fl adult theatre w/ 2 viewing video booths & a s
Jun 22, 2015 · Penalty $1,200
Active - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit.illegal work noted:erected awning(indirect)noted:illuminated sign wording"splosh"sex boutique w/o first obtaing dob permit.also 3rd fl level banner.rem:obtain permit or remove illegal sign ban
Jun 22, 2015 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Class - 3
Altered/changed building occupied w/o a valid cofo as per 28-118.3.1 -28-118.3.2 note alt type i job #103366297 issued on 2/7/2003 w/permit entire premises is now occupied as store/eating and drinking place w/o
Mar 11, 2014 · Penalty $300
Active - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o #66612. illegal occupancy noted: 1-at 1 flr create eating and drinking establishment and adult establishment;2-2flr eating and drinking establishment; 3-3flr adult
Mar 6, 2014
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o#66612 illegal occupancy noted:(1)at 1fl create eating & drinking establishment & adult establishement.(2)2fl eating & drinking establishment (3)3 fl adult establishment
Mar 6, 2014 · Penalty $12,000
Active - Class - 1
Bc1009.11 failure to provide handrails for stair between cellar and 1 floor. rmdy: provide handrails.
Mar 6, 2014 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
3 floor occupied as an adult physical cultural, and physical cultural establishment w/o bsa approval. rmdy: discontinue illegal occupancy.
Mar 6, 2014 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o permit. work noted: at 1 flr install awning sign, 3 fl illuminated window signs, 3fl erect full height partitions to create massageparlor, install water and waste lines to create 3pc bathroom shower,
Mar 6, 2014 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in nov #35029737l issued on 11.6.13 for work w/o a permit. noted: 1st flr partitions erected of wood, electrical work at 2nd flr and sheetrock partitions
Jan 30, 2014 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawfully continued work while on notice of a swo. note: original swoviolation w/#s 110613cerfc06/35029737l is currently in office at 1st &2nd flrs. now work is 98% completed. note: job includes creating rear
Jan 29, 2014 · Penalty $4,800
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/a comm's order. noted: @ 1st fl of store w/stop order was issued 11/6/13 & the store was unfinished upon inspection today all work is completed & store is open for business(contrary)to the
Nov 15, 2013 · Penalty $2,400
Active - Class - 1
Work without a permit noted:a-1st flr partitions erected of wood,electrical work@2nd flr a wood and sheetrock partitions is erected separat ing the space from the public hall w/o a permit @time of inspection.
Nov 6, 2013 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
"stop all work".work w/o a permit,noted:at 1fl restaurant,remove fire rated material,remove partitions add partitions no permit on file create or erect new bar.remedy:obtain permit or restore premises to prior
Oct 7, 2008 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted new concrete floor new partitions new hung ceiling & store front.remedy file plans obtain permit and approval
Sep 5, 1995 · Penalty $175
Resolve - Non-hazardous
35p.
Aug 25, 1994
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Replace fireproof ceiling in boiler room
Mar 23, 1991 · Penalty $170
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73x, 15l, 18l, 35p.
Mar 11, 1991 · Penalty $150
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted new concrete floor 2 new partition new hung ceiloing & new store front installed new brick front fron 2 & 3 sty and installed new partitions at 2 & 3 sty remedy obtain permit
Aug 17, 1988 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Complaints
- Electric
Wiring
Oct 24, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Wiring
Oct 24, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Mold
Oct 24, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 24, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 24, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 24, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 24, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Oct 24, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 24, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Floor
Oct 24, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Heating
Heat related
Oct 24, 2012 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Lighting
Apr 22, 2004 · Apt 3FL
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Apr 22, 2004 · Apt 3
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 22, 2004 · Apt 3
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 22, 2004 · Apt 3
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Store building (K2)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- —
- Building area
- 4,555 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,463 ft²
- Zoning
- C1-6A
- Community board
- 104
- Council district
- 3
- Block / lot
- 741 / 36
- Assessed value
- $1,029,600
- Landmark / historic district
- No
Questions about 155 8 Avenue
Who owns 155 8 Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Father Realty Corp..
Does 155 8 Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 1 housing violations at this property.
Is 155 8 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 155 8 Avenue built?
City records list 1910 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.