109 West 38 Street

Manhattan, NY 10018BBL 1-00814-0030Map

109 West 38 Street is an office building built in 1923 in Manhattan, 10018. The owner of record is 109 West 38th L.l.c. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations: 0
DOB violations: 70
ECB violations: 30
HPD complaints: 0

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 · 70

Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 22, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed
Hazardous condition (facade) facade required
Cycle 9a unsafe report filed
Feb 21, 2022
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 29, 2021
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 29, 2021
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 22, 2020
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 22, 2020
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst
Sep 6, 2019
Dob violation - active
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst
Sep 6, 2019
Dob violation - active
Sprinkler none
Failed to file final sprinkler report by july 1, 2019
Sep 3, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 25, 2018
Dob violation - resolved

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Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 25, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 18, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2017)
Mar 27, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2016)
Oct 16, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2015)
Oct 15, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 6, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 6, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 6, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 6, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 2, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 7, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 2, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an energy efficiency report in 2014 per ad. code sec. 28-308.4
Dec 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jun 6, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - active
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 10, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 8, 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
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 7, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2011 inspection/test
Oct 1, 2012
Dob violation - active
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2010 inspection/test
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - active
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 18, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 8, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 8, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Oct 8, 2010
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 14, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 14, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 2, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 11, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 11, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Facade facade optional
Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 30, 2007
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 16, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 16, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 28, 2004
Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 30

Class - 1
Observed stairway a landings fire stopping compromised from 12 floor to second floor with various size holes in wall approximately 2'x4' some smaller some larger., repair and/replace; restore fire stopping.
Dec 3, 2024 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 1
Unsafe storage of combustable material and equipment. at 1st floor commercial space unsafe storage of multiple lithium batteries has caused fire in commercial space. remedy: maintain storage in compliance with
Dec 3, 2024 · Penalty $312
Resolve
Class - 1
At time of inspection i observed sidewalk shed installed on exposure #1 with inoperable light bulbs underside the shed to bring illumination failure to provide lighting creates unsafe and mugging condition to
Jul 12, 2023
Resolve
Class - 1
Unlawful acts.failure to comply commissioner's order.note respondent failed to comply issued ecb vio#35664266r.failure to provide adequate safety measures of exp1 south elevation and also for adjacent building
Oct 20, 2022
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to provide adequate safety measures such as shed netting fence etc where required to protect & secure public safety from documented unsafe facade as per 1rcny 103-04 facade technical report filed as uns
Sep 16, 2022
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to submit acceptable required cycle 8a report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control #801930.remedy:submit acceptable required
Jun 1, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 2
27-929.1 a.c. 27-929.1,failure to complete the installation of a full system of automatic sprinklers and file a final sprinkler report prepared by a registered design professional by 7/1/19,in an office buildin
Nov 15, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#38260895h issued on 1/26/18, and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptable certifica
Nov 20, 2018 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve
Class - 1
5m7,57bb7,59bb7,99bb7,2x10. 5m7-cease use item missing door zone restrictor this is a saety device to ensure elevator passengers safetyprovide restrictor and contact nycdob [email protected] and 212
Jan 26, 2018 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Class - 2
98bb05,99bb05,59u15,67x10,39d06,39m07,26d06,45m07,61t07,70o02,39q03,68b07,68m07,56y13. 98-expire cat 5; 99-expired cat 1; 59-expire brake maint; 67-repair in car phone; 39-secure cover on car top 39-missing o
Jan 26, 2018 · Penalty $500
Resolve

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Class - 2
Failure to file annual certification that cooling tower 1000004291 hasbeen inspected,tested,and disinfected,and that a maintenance plan has been developed and implemented,by november,1,2016.rem:file annual cert
Jun 20, 2017 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file annual certification that cooling tower 1000004292 hasbeen inspected,tested,and disinfected,and that a maintenance plan has been developed and implemented,by november,1,2016.rem:file annual cert
Jun 20, 2017 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file annual certification that cooling tower 1000004293 hasbeen inspected,tested,and disinfected,and that a maintenance plan has been developed and implemented,by november,1,2016.rem:file annual cert
Jun 20, 2017 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.inspection time 10:15am at above date. at time of inspection i observed standpipe in staircases throughout the bldg not painted redo as per code all standp
Jul 21, 2015 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Class - 1
Cease use cu29d06/ 42b10/ 68m07/ 39m07/ 19m07/ 16b10/ 67b10/ 41d06/ 40o02/ 29d06 car door operator header unsecured properly secure 42b10 controller wires hanging insufficient repair 68m07 naintenance control p
May 13, 2014 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Class - 2
68m7,67x7,05b01. 68m7-phone missing maintenance log; 67x7-provide operative in car communication. car door open and closing speed insufficient. adjust speed. 05b01.
Feb 11, 2014 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain facade and appurtenances noted:at facade's east/#4exposure the window lintels are rusting,deflecting and pushing out associated masonry. rmdy:make safe immediately. make repairs in a safe an
Jan 15, 2013 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain facade & appurtenances.noted:@ south & east (#1 &#4).exposures air conditioners are instaled in an unsafe manner.@ east exposure window lintels are rusting & pushing mortar & bricks out.@ fr
Apr 10, 2012 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Class - 1
Unlawfully continued work while on notice of a stop work order noted: upon inspection observed that all equipment was removed & all work wascompleted dob records show stop work order #3550 issued on 10/9/09 was
Feb 18, 2011 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior bldg east elevation observe step cracks & displaced in lintel books improperly install under air condition unit rem: maintain exterior bldg provide safety measures repair & replace
Jun 28, 2010 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an accpetable sixth round technical report in compliance w/ code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28-302 & d.o.b. rules & regulations. rem
Apr 28, 2010 · Penalty $8,000
Resolve
Class - 2
56y13.40l10.09i10.11 40 repair stairs to m/r 76 & 77 clan underside ofcer safteyness 77 secure all loose wiring under car 10 05 provide leading guide for gate on car 100 car saddle damaged repair replace 09 car
Dec 7, 2009 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Class - 1
No record of daily inspection of suspended scaffold performed at site noted: no maintenance log book for suspended scaffold at exp 3 at site@ time of inspection. gc has history of non compliance. remedy: mainta
Oct 28, 2009 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve
Class - 1
Operation of hoisting equipment in unsafe manner. noted: 2 (twg) lifelines for suspended scaffold workers attached to 1 point 1 (one) tieback attached to unsafe point (access ladder) no protection for gc has hi
Oct 9, 2009 · Penalty $4,800
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable sixth round technical report in compliance w/code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the dob rules & regulations
Nov 28, 2008 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Under the zoning resolution the board of standards & appeals may permit facilities for the practice of massage.no permit for massage parlor at the 2nd fl front office. zoning sect 12-10 effective date 2/26/98
Dec 13, 2006 · Penalty $400
Resolve
Non-hazardous
58a07/56y13/83o02/58b01/44m07/41a10 58-provide proper brake pin 56-properly seal front motor bearing 83-clean entire divice of fuzz rail brackers car top counter weights pit cabiet 58-property adjust & secure
Apr 6, 2005
Resolve
Non-hazardous
85bb05
Mar 26, 2004
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report:periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the dob rules & regulations.remedy: file the required report to b
Jan 16, 2004
Resolve
Non-hazardous
73-file application and obtain all necessary papers for removal of is1830.
Aug 9, 2000
Resolve

Complaints

No HPD complaints in our records

Complaint data is still being backfilled from NYC Open Data.

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 (O6)
Year built: 1923
Floors: 12
Residential units: —
Building area: 52,289 ft²
Lot area: 3,950 ft²
Zoning: C5-3
Community board: 105
Council district: 4
Block / lot: 814 / 30
Assessed value: $3,585,150
Landmark / historic district: No

Questions about 109 West 38 Street

Who owns 109 West 38 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 109 West 38th L.l.c.

Does 109 West 38 Street have violations?

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

Is 109 West 38 Street 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 109 West 38 Street built?

City records list 1923 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.