494 8 Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10001BBL 1-00784-0077Map

494 8 Avenue is an office building built in 1928 in Manhattan, 10001. The owner of record is 494 Eighth Avenue LLC. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations: 0
DOB violations: 89
ECB violations: 40
HPD complaints: 1

What to know

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No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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No HPD violations

HPD has not cited this building.

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No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

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Violations

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HPD housing violations · 0

No HPD violations on record

DOB building violations · 89

Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Feb 14, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 9, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 9, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 8a technical report by 02/21/2017
May 31, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 26, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2015)
Sep 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2014
Sep 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 18, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 25, 2014
Dob violation - resolved

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Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 25, 2014
Dob violation - active
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 22, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 22, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 22, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 22, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 22, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jun 3, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed
No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 7a technical report by 02/21/2012
Jan 31, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 15, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 15, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Facade facade optional
Local law 11/98 cycle 7 report filed unsafe
Jun 11, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 3, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jan 1, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 1, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 1, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 1, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 1, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 1, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 4, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 4, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 22, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 10, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 10, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 10, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 10, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 10, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 9, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 9, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 29, 2005
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 11, 2004
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 11, 2004
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 19, 2003
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 19, 2003
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 19, 2003
Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 40

Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications. at time of myinspection on an 23 sty bldg i observed sws erected the cross brace tothe sws was not secure to the sws creating an unsafe condition also
Jul 8, 2020 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve
Class - 2
Temporary construction equipment onsite-expired permit.note:at time of my inspection on an alt jobsite at 23 stories.i observed sidewalk shed in place with expires permit 12/15/2019.after checking-dob website.r
Feb 25, 2020
Resolve
Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications.note:at time of my inspection on an alt jobsite at 23 stories i observed sidewalk shed in place with part of the parapet wall is missing at expo#4.creatin
Feb 25, 2020 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior walls & appurtenances.as noted:-at time of inspection i observed on exposure #2 east elevation eroding mortar joints at the 24th fl & bulkhead.exposure #3 south elevation:-spider-
Feb 24, 2020
Resolve
Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications.at the time ofmy inspection i observed sidewalk shed at exposure#1{8 ave} without required lighting turned on to provide visibility.also noted sidewalk sh
Nov 9, 2019 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve
Class - 2
Bc330110-no temporary signs shall protect below the deck of an sidewalk shed.at the time of my inspection it was observed an advertising sign at the very end of sidewalk shed at exposure#2-advertising sign was
Nov 9, 2019 · Penalty $620
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior bldg & appurtenances. roof: bulkheads, eroded grout, rusting window frames spalling brick. stair b- railings rusting. north elev exp#1 & west elev, exp#4 a/c units missing side brac
May 30, 2018 · Penalty $625
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to submit acceptable 8th round report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior walls & appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control# 801682. rem: submit required technical report.
May 18, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 2
Expired permit for temporary construction equipment. noted: expired permit for sidewalk shed installed at exposures #1 & 2. permit #120696452 expired 5/6/12. stop all work above sws,except to provide safety.
Feb 19, 2013
Resolve
Class - 2
01b#,05b09,30m07,31m07,12q0322x10,77b07,70q03,77m07,77q03,42b10,58h10/11,100m07,41w0,76m07.76-where is plank switch 01-update stop switch asper k-3 05-provide 2nd handle to open & close car gate 30&31-limit cov
Sep 26, 2012 · Penalty $250
Resolve

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Class - 1
Work w/o permit. noted: upon inspection an approx 120ft x 75ft illuminated advertising sign for adidas in place on building w/o permit. remedy: obtain permit remove illegal work.
Jun 8, 2012
Resolve
Class - 2
97x10)elevation found in lower(below)leading return to service.
May 25, 2011 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Class - 2
39p16.03l10.39 provide means for car top access 03 repair ph. system in cab
Nov 25, 2008
Resolve
Class - 3
100bb05.61m07.64d06.100r09.100b07.100d06 100bb perform & file current 2yr test 61m provide emergency phone # on main line 64d secure city id tag on main line 100r remove rail & rope in m.r fl triping hazard 100
Jul 8, 2008
Resolve
Non-hazardous
55y13.60m07.84x09.86bb05.85bb05.38p16.66p16.84r09.55y seal packing 60mprovide emergency phone # on main line 84x remove inoperative equipment by hoist machine 86bb perform & file current 2yr test 85bb perform &
Jun 30, 2008 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
40t07.55y10.55o07.86bb05.85bb05.60m07.32i11. 40t provide label on mr door 55y repair oil leak & seal packing 55q provide guard on hoist machine 86bb perform & file current 2yr test 85bb perform & file current
Jun 30, 2008 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
55y10.36y02.84r09.86bb05.60m07.02x10.38p16.33p16.55y repair oil leak 36y clean off defector sheave 84r remove inoperative pipe from m.r flby governor 86bb perform & file current 2yr test 60m provide emg. phone
Jun 27, 2008
Resolve
Non-hazardous
6y02.85bb05.86bb05.60m07.14m07.38p16.33p16.36y clean oil leak off def ector sheave 85bb perform & file current 5 yr test 86bb perform & filecurrent 2yr test 60m provide emg. phone # on main line in mr 14m prov
Jun 27, 2008
Resolve
Hazardous
Supervision or use of rigging w/o a special riggers license on site. at second swo given for the same violation 1st swo was given on 4-7-08 swo #517 vio #34636155j.
Apr 24, 2008 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Hazardous
Supervision or use of rigging w/o a special rigger license on site.
Apr 7, 2008 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Non-hazardous
55y13/55y11/57b10/58y11/84d10/.55-hoist machine oil leak;seal & clean.55-hoist machine oil leak replace( ).57-excessive rocking in machine;repair.58-oil brake shoe linings replace.84-straight ladder into
Jul 31, 2007 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
39z10,58m11,58e10,55y13.39z10-hole in motor room ceiling,apparent water damage to sheave & hoist ropes,patch hole.58m11-brake sleeve worn,replace.58e10-brake not fully picking,repair..55y13-excessive oil leak,r
Jan 22, 2007 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
57m10,55v13.57m10-rocking in worm & gear,repair...55v13-excessive oil leak,repair/re-seal
Jan 22, 2007 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
41n9/39o2/40m7/39m7/6o2: 41-remove clip jumper from main machine 39-clean debris from motor room floor 41-secure wires under controller 40- replace door hardware,back door 39-provide fire extinguisher in motor
Nov 6, 2006
Resolve
Non-hazardous
41h11: 41-replace worn contact on relay 2-d main controller
Nov 6, 2006
Resolve
Non-hazardous
58l1/24i10/33o2/31f07/03f07 58-repair dragging brake 24-repair machinedriven signal device 33-clean down hoistway & under car 31-03 elimina te excessive lost motion in car shoes (top & bot)and cab enclosure
Apr 27, 2004 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
24i10/33o02/31f07/03f07/85b05/12b07/01i11/31e07/16h10/16l10/34q07 24-repair machine driven signal device 33-clean down hoistway 7 under car 31-03 eliminate excessive lost motion in car enclosure (85)perform
Apr 27, 2004 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Having a prohibited sign on a sidewalk shed. remedy: remove illegal work
Apr 25, 2003
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Having installed a sign without a permit. remedy: remove illegal work
Apr 25, 2003
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Illegal use in a manufacturing district. noted at 8th avenue at southern end of bldg. rolldown gate on front of store and sidewalk in front of rolldown gate used or display of merchandise offered for sale. this
Nov 22, 2002 · Penalty $240
Resolve
Non-hazardous
39r# new sheave installed did work without permit file with dept of building and obtain permit.
Jan 29, 2001
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to maintain building. noted at 15 floor no illuminated exit signs over egress from work space or over stair for emergency exit. all 11 floor exit signs not illuminates over exits to public stair eme
Aug 10, 1999 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
50y,57o. 50- seal manchine. 57-clean pit.
Sep 24, 1998
Resolve
Non-hazardous
57z,09l. 57- remove water in pit. 09- replace damaged door guide shoesin basement and first floor doors.
Sep 24, 1998
Resolve
Non-hazardous
50y 37l 50 properly seal machine 37 change defective risistors on controller
Sep 23, 1998
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46b,50y,37d,03m,57o.46 shorten hoist ropes 50 seal machine 37 mount capactor to controller 03 install fan guard on car celling 57 clean pit
Sep 23, 1998
Resolve
Non-hazardous
75u-perfom 5 year test
Nov 3, 1997
Resolve
Non-hazardous
75u-perform 5 year test.
Nov 3, 1997
Resolve
Non-hazardous
75u-perform 5 year test
Nov 3, 1997
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Work without permit.removal of store front without 1 st obtaining a permit.remedy:restore premises to prior legal condition by replacing store front.
Jun 10, 1992 · Penalty $350
Resolve

Complaints

Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 16, 2025 · Apt BLDG
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Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type: Office building (O4)
Year built: 1928
Floors: 23
Residential units: —
Building area: 111,274 ft²
Lot area: 4,837 ft²
Zoning: M1-9A/R12
Community board: 105
Council district: 3
Block / lot: 784 / 77
Assessed value: $11,565,000
Landmark / historic district: No

Questions about 494 8 Avenue

Who owns 494 8 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 494 Eighth Avenue LLC.

Does 494 8 Avenue have violations?

NYC HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

Is 494 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 494 8 Avenue built?

City records list 1928 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.