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221 West 16 Street

Manhattan, NY 10011BBL 1-00766-0029Map

Owner of record: Gary Brown

221 West 16 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1915 in Manhattan, 10011. It has 13 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Gary Brown. HPD has recorded 367 housing violations here, most recently on June 17, 2025. City tax records listed 2 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
367
DOB violations
35
ECB violations
52
HPD complaints
357

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Jun 17, 2025

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
2
About 15% of the building's 13 apartments
Down from 4 in 2019

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.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 367

  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 17, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 17, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets basin sink drain pipe in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 11, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 11, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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
  • I

    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 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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.

    Feb 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 24, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 24, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • A

    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 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 5, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 5, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 13, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing washbasin at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 5, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 5, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective radiator at west wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 29, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective radiator at south wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 29, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective lock on front entrance door to building , 1st story

    May 15, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wiring at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Apr 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wiring at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Apr 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wiring at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 4, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Mar 22, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Mar 22, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Mar 22, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at all walls in the 4th room from north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Replace with new the missing escutcheon plate at ceiling of heat riser in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall under wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at north wall at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 22, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors at all stories at public hall

    Mar 22, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 16, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 16, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 16, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective water supply pipe at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 16, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and all walls in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 5, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation riser pipe at east in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Feb 5, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and east wall at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 5, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and east wall at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 5, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 1b, 1st story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Nov 19, 2018 · Apt 1B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors located at the building entrance at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 19, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective located at vestibule at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 19, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 2A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective locking device at front entrance door to building at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 14, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt 3B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt bsmt, 1st bsmt-apt from west at north

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt BSMT

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 35

  • 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 2018 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
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 14, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 14, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 14, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 14, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 14, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 14, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Apr 5, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Apr 5, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Apr 5, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Commissioners order for immediate corrective action. building currentl y under active job #121182905 which has removed and altered existing fire rated walls and floors in occupied building. removal and alterati on of walls and floors compromises the fire safety of the remaining tenants

    Mar 20, 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

    Oct 21, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Dob violation issued for false pw1 under application #121182905

    Mar 27, 2015

    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

    Apr 9, 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 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

    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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    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 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 10, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 52

  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection steel door removed from basement egress and rear yard however failure to submit certificate of corrections for violation # 35688582p issued on 03/26/2025 for work without permit., file a c

    Oct 21, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner: use of prohibited door and/or hardware per b. c. 1008.1(2014); 27-371; b. c. 1008.1.9(2014 code); b. c. 1010.1.8(2022 code); b. c. 1010.1.9(2022 code). not

    Mar 26, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work without a permit. work noted: at basement level having installed 2 metal door between the rear yard and basement egress corridor, altering the safe path of egress from the rear fire escape. remedy: obtain

    Mar 26, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    1010.12.2. failure to maintain building in a code-compliant manner. noted at basement level rear metal door does not swing in the direction of egress travel, creating a hazardous condition in case of emergency.

    Mar 26, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/comm's order contained in summ/vio#35227357r issued on 05/13/17 and to file a cofc pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2)an acceptable certificate has not yet been filed despite the res

    Mar 12, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/comm's order contained in summ/vio#35227356p issued on 05/31/17 and to file a cofc pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2)an acceptable certificate has not yet been filed despite the res

    Mar 12, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35235294z issued on 03/17/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of c.

    Jul 5, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation#35235296m issued on 03/17/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.rem:comply with commissio

    Jul 5, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioners order contained in summons/violation#35235296m issued on 03/17/17 amd to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for clarity to indicate the l

    Jun 3, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to notify department prior to installation or removal of suspended scaffold.note:at time of inspection i observed c-hooks in place at exposure#3 with no notification 24-48 hrs prior to installation.rem:

    Jun 1, 2017 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping. noted: at cellar level,excessive debris from construction being stored. remedy: comply w/code.

    May 31, 2017 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. no fire stopping. noted: apts#3c,3b,2c,2b fire protection has been removed at ceilings & walls affecting adjacent occupied apts. remedy: provide/maintain fire

    May 31, 2017 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 3303.10 tenant protection plan not being comply with. noted: tpp not being comply for fire & safety requirements removal of fire ratingof ceilings & walls at adjacent occupied apts. remedy: comply w/notice

    May 31, 2017 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Failure to use approved conductors and or equipment.undersize ground conductor use in 400 amp service switch.rem:provide approved conductorsequipment(obtain permit).

    May 31, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment devices apparatus materials or wiring in use.flexible cord use as permanent wiring throughout apartment 2a.rem:comply with ec code.(obtain permit)

    May 13, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner.noted:excessive point loading of stored materials on floors.noted: fist tru fifth floor storage of each floor of approximately 80 cmu blocks stacked eight

    Mar 21, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    B143,11/15,24,36,50b,51,19a,32a,50a. 50a-reset pressure control need to be repaired; 50b support flue pipe. do not operate boiler until allhazardous conditions are immediately corrected and dob is notified of

    Mar 17, 2017 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping per section requirements/construction debris/materials on floors 1-5 & observed numerous holes in temporary flooring thru-out 1-5 floors numerous tripping/falling hazar

    Mar 17, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to have new or altered plumbing system tested. @ time of insp 10:35am on 3/17/17 @ above address observed in apts on 4th flr & ceiling of 5th flr gas risers removed & gas line plugged which gas line is

    Mar 17, 2017 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner complromised fire seperation at 1st fl elevator shaft & 4th & 5th fl interior staircase/walls were removed. as per bc 1001.3/nyc fc 1027.1. remedy: comply w/cod

    Mar 17, 2017 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. @ time of insp @ approx 10:15am on 3/17/17 @ above address observed in basement boiler room gas piping connected to gas boiler & has no proper support, attache

    Mar 17, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by construction operations. noted at the 2nd fl & the rear roof missing handrails for fall protection. remedy: install handrail,safeguard public & property.

    Mar 17, 2017 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 28-104.7.1 construction documents shall be complete & of sufficient clarity to indicate the location & entire nature of & extent of work proposed. the drawings do not indicate the sequeance of the removal

    Mar 17, 2017 · Penalty $300

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Gas being supplied to bldg w/out insp or certifications given by dob. @ time of insp @ approx 10:35am on 3/17/17 @ above address observed in apt#1a & 2a gas being supplied to gas stoves & gas meter basement & f

    Mar 17, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide approved/accepted plans at job site at time of inspection. noted: met w/contractor anthony robenson who did not have or present approved plans at time of inspection under job #121182905.

    Jan 12, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to institute/maintain safety equipment measures or temporary construction-no guardrails. noted: at location of elevator shaft excavation,cellar,no guardrail system around excavated pit approx size 10x10

    Jan 12, 2017 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide sidewalk shed where required. noted: facade,steel,demolition & installation being performed at 4th & 5th flrs,at exp#1. no sidewalk protection installed. pedestrian walkway,sidewalk,cars,tena

    Jan 12, 2017 · Penalty $4,800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment apparatus,materials,devices,appliances,wiring in use. throughout floors 4,5&basement installed bx,temporary lights from breaker panels to outlets,switches defec

    Jan 12, 2017 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Performed unlicensed electrical work. noted: gc604111 is not licensed to perform electrical bx,lighting,wiring to panels,removed wiring w/o required license. remedy: comply w/ec code.

    Jan 12, 2017 · Penalty $4,800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Filed a certificate form application,etc,containing a material false statements. noted: pwi is check marked"no"for rent stabilized/rent control,remain occupied under app#121182905. at time of inspection there

    Jan 12, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Electrical work w/o a permit. noted: demolition of electrical cables,bx,outlets,lighting,switches in 7 apts at 4,5 & basement floors. no permits filed for work as pf 1-12-17 @10am. remedy: stop all electrical

    Jan 12, 2017 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a plumbing permit. noted: at time of inspexction,installed drain lines,removed vent lines,water lines. installed pvc waste lines toaccomodale roof drainage into cast iron waste lines. no permits have

    Jan 12, 2017 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Plumbing work w/o a permit. noted: removal of gas line & cap at cellarof 1 1/2 gas line asjacent to excavated elevator shaft. demolition of gas lines in 7 apts at floors 4,5 & basement. no permits filed as of

    Jan 12, 2017 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Gas being supplied to bldg w/o inspection & certification by dob. noted: gas supplied to bldg after plumbing work,alteration to live,no record of inspection & certification as of 1-12-17 @10am. remedy: file for

    Jan 12, 2017 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to safeguard public & property. noted: work in progress under permit #121182905 w/water welding structural steel beam w/no fire watch below no fire,extinguishers near by(not on the same floor)welder has

    Dec 23, 2016 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35079673r issued on 7/28/15 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of c.

    Mar 10, 2016 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35047035x issued on 10/29/15 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny102-01. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of c.

    Dec 17, 2015 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in nov #35079673r issued on 7/28/15 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 and 1rcny 102-01.noted:no document on file to

    Oct 29, 2015 · Penalty $12,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Filed a certificate form application containging a material false statement.under job #121182905 pw-1 section 26 on application indicates "no" for owner's certification regarding occupied housing (remain occupi

    Jul 28, 2015 · Penalty $4,800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg. noted: at front of premise found small area of spalling concrete near 2nd flr; at rear,minor spalling of concrete throughout facade and mnor step cracks near windows.rmdy:repair defect

    Jun 3, 2015 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by constructionoperations.noted: on 4th flr removed subfloor to exposed floor joist under apt inferior demo open,unguarded,public accessible.previous vial

    Mar 17, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. noted: inoperative defective door buzzers/intercom for apts #1a,2a;3a. rmdy: repair and/or replace defective door ()/intercom.

    Mar 17, 2015 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by construction operations. noted: open floor joist & 4 & 5 floors not covered & site open & unguarded. remedy: stop all work. provide protection cover floor

    Oct 4, 2013 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain exterior building walls or appurtenances. defects noted: at time of inspection there is spalling stucco at exposures 2,3& 4 at parapet level height. mortar joints are deteriorating where

    Feb 27, 2012 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1009.11misc.vio.failure to provide handrails for stairways.noted:at rear yard seocndary fire exit passageway into adjacent properties stairs on east & west side w/o a handrail.remedy:provide handrails.

    Nov 21, 2011 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c/o.noted:basement @ rear of bldg occupied as recreation/home office in conjunction w/1st flr.apt.#"1b"(rear apt.)contrary to c/o#63511,dated 09/12/1966 which indicates

    Nov 21, 2011 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o apermit.work noted:at rear basement erected full height partition w/electric,water,waste lines to create 2pc bathrm,recreation room w/interior stairs into 1st flr.rear apt#"1b" w/o permit.appl./permit#

    Nov 21, 2011 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg walls or apurtenances. deffect noted:cracked 7 bulged brick work at rear east side 34d flr. level facade & missing loose masonry wall finish(stucco)in various location @ top flr.parapet

    Nov 21, 2011 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents and or approved amendments for alt 11 application #102685952. non conforming work noed first flr plans show an existing 2 hr rated wall by interior stair

    Jul 23, 2009 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code and compliant manner. note at time ofinspection rear yard exterior stairs at left and right lot lines no handrails installed. remedy: repair and or replace.

    Jul 23, 2009 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • General

    Signage missing

    Jul 17, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Mar 13, 2026 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 4, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Cabinet

    May 4, 2025 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 13, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 13, 2025 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 3, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 3, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Cabinet

    Sep 3, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 30, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 29, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 29, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 27, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jun 16, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Jun 16, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    May 28, 2021 · Apt ROOF

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 30, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 26, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 22, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 22, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 22, 2021 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 13, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 11, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 4, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 17, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 10, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 3, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 3, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Mar 3, 2020 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    May 14, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 14, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 14, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Feb 14, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Feb 14, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Feb 1, 2019 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Nov 15, 2018 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 15, 2018 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 13, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 6, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 8, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Mar 27, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Mar 27, 2018 · Apt 3A

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Aug 12, 2026Non-market transferRentals - elevator apartments13

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D1)
Year built
1915
Floors
5
Residential units
13
Building area
10,788 ft²
Lot area
2,300 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
104
Council district
3
Block / lot
766 / 29
Assessed value
$1,398,150
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #128170, last renewed Sep 10, 2025.

Questions about 221 West 16 Street

Who owns 221 West 16 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Gary Brown.

Does 221 West 16 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 367 housing violations at this property.

Is 221 West 16 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 2 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 15% of its 13 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 221 West 16 Street built?

City records list 1915 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 221 West 16 Street?

It has 13 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.