249 West 26 Street
Manhattan, NY 10001BBL 1-00776-0010Map
Owner of record: Chelsea Partners I,
249 West 26 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1901 in Manhattan, 10001. It has 18 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Chelsea Partners I,. HPD has recorded 51 housing violations here, most recently on February 13, 2026. 8 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 51
- DOB violations
- 5
- ECB violations
- 4
- HPD complaints
- 187
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 · 51
- BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of household itiems obstructing fire escape window at north wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit the door in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 9, 2022 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ,,, in the entrance located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jul 9, 2022 · Apt 5D
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in wasteline at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 5a, 5th story
Jul 9, 2022 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing the doors that is missing or defective ,,, in the entrance located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jul 9, 2022 · Apt 2B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 5a, 5th story
Jul 9, 2022 · Apt 5A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Jul 9, 2022
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, 5th story
Jul 9, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jul 9, 2022 · Apt 5D
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective spring balance at upper sash window in the 1st room from east located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jul 9, 2022 · Apt 5D
Open — Not complied with - 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.
Feb 16, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock at door to fire escape in the 4th room from north located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 19, 2021 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 19, 2021 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor frame missing at public hall, 1st story
Nov 19, 2021
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Oct 27, 2021 · Apt 2D
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 1, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at 2nd sty balcony, front stack at fire escape
Dec 15, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated double cylinder lock at the building entrance door from street at public hall, 1st story
Nov 17, 2014
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing west 2nd support bracket under 2nd story balcony, front north at fire escape
Oct 31, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles at public hall, 1st story
Oct 31, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of house hold itmes at public hall, 1st story
Apr 11, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at public hall, 1st story
Feb 13, 2012
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 13, 2012 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective air valve to the radiator in the 1st room from north located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Feb 13, 2012 · Apt 3A
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 , at public hall, 1st story
Feb 13, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Section 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor , missing frame at public hall, 1st story
Feb 13, 2012
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination , at public hall, 4th story
Jun 17, 2011
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 12, 2007 · Apt 5D
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., 1st story
Dec 17, 2006
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Section 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor ... at public hall, 1st story
Dec 14, 2005
Closed — Violation closed - 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
Dec 14, 2005
Closed — Violation closed - 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 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 2, 2005 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the foyer located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 2, 2005 · Apt 3A
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of refrigerator at public hall, 1st story
Mar 2, 2005
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of 3 air conditioners, 1 microwave oven , wood and garbage bags at public hall, 5th story
Mar 2, 2005
Closed — Violation closed - 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 ... at public hall, 1st story
Jan 31, 2005
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jan 31, 2005 · Apt 3D
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system .. at public hall, 1st story
Jan 31, 2005
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of double cylinder key operated lock installed front entrance door to vestibule.
Aug 25, 1987
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead.
Jun 6, 1985
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors pub hall bulkhead to roof.
May 7, 1979
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of garbage cans 1 sty pub hall.
May 7, 1979
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling cellar at center.
May 7, 1979
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective east wall 1 sty pub hall at entrance door.
May 7, 1979
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the east & west extension roof at 1 sty.
May 7, 1979
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective clg light fixture 1 sty pub hall at center.
May 7, 1979
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors pub hall bulkhead door to roof.
May 7, 1979
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 5
- Construction other optional
Borough commissioner has issued a stop work order to application #123278185 due to applicant withdrawal. stop work immediately and make site safe.
Aug 21, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Sep 6, 1995
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 4
- Class - 2
Work without permit. noted: non- illuminated sign reads:"chelsea dry cleaners" is approx: 10'x 5'. sign is flexible fabric, white with black lettering & was installed without a permit., obtain all permits
Dec 30, 2025
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o permit. observed at 11:05am now fixtures install in barber shop & under awning outside of barber shop. remedy: obtain permit.
Feb 14, 2014 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment appartus devices appliances or wiring in use. indoor 4ft fixture use outdoor under awning. remedy: comply w/ec code.
Feb 14, 2014 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted: side walk shed installed in front of premises. remedy: obtain a permit or remove. ______________________________________________________________________
Jan 25, 1989
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 9, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 21, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 7, 2026 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 1B
Close - General
Signage missing
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 1B
Close - General
Janitor/super
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 1B
Close - Safety
Sprinkler
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 1B
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 1B
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Jan 5, 2026 · Apt 1B
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 4, 2026 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 5, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 5, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jan 22, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 22, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jan 21, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 21, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - General
Cooking gas
Nov 19, 2021 · Apt 2B
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Nov 17, 2021 · Apt 2C
Close - Electric
Power outage
Nov 9, 2021 · Apt 2C
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Nov 9, 2021 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Cooking gas
Nov 9, 2021 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Cooking gas
Nov 1, 2021 · Apt 1A
Close - General
Cooking gas
Oct 15, 2021 · Apt 2B
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Sep 13, 2021 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Cooking gas
Aug 30, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Cooking gas
Aug 2, 2021 · Apt 2C
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 23, 2020 · Apt 2B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 23, 2020 · Apt 2B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 23, 2020 · Apt 2B
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Nov 23, 2020 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 14, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 13, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 23, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 22, 2019 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 15, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 13, 2019 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 11, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 11, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 9, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 8, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 24, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 23, 2018 · Apt 1A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 11, 2018 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 18, 2018 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 4, 2017 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 13, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 13, 2014 · Apt 5A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 13, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 12, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1901
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 18
- Building area
- 10,025 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,469 ft²
- Zoning
- C6-2A
- Community board
- 105
- Council district
- 3
- Block / lot
- 776 / 10
- Assessed value
- $1,862,550
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #105456, last renewed Aug 29, 2025.
Questions about 249 West 26 Street
Who owns 249 West 26 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Chelsea Partners I,.
Does 249 West 26 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 51 housing violations at this property.
Is 249 West 26 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 22% of its 18 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 249 West 26 Street built?
City records list 1901 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 249 West 26 Street?
It has 18 residential units and 19 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.