20 West 37 Street
Manhattan, NY 10018BBL 1-00838-0062Map
Owner of record: Rss Gsms2017-Gs5-NY 2w3-2, LLC
20 West 37 Street is an office building built in 1912 in Manhattan, 10018. The owner of record is Rss Gsms2017-Gs5-NY 2w3-2, LLC. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.
- HPD violations
- 0
- DOB violations
- 99
- ECB violations
- 34
- HPD complaints
- 0
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
HPD has not cited this building.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
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HPD housing violations · 0
No HPD violations on record
DOB building violations · 99
- 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 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 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2021)
Aug 21, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 26, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 26, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 26, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2020)
Jun 20, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2019)
Jun 19, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2018
Jun 18, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 11, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 11, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 11, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 11, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 13, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - dismissed - 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 - dismissed - 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 - dismissed - 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 - dismissed - Sprinkler none
Failed to file final sprinkler report by july 1, 2019
Sep 3, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 2, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 2, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 2, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 2, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 5, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 2, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 2, 2017
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, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 25, 2017
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, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
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, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jun 2, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Residential elevator periodic inspection/test elevatorrequired
Failure to perform category 5 inspection
Jun 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 2, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 29, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 29, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 29, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 29, 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 - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 29, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - 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
ECB violations · 34
- Class - 1
Entire device/inoperative/restore to service. there are older employees on some of the top floors and only one elevator working is a hardship.
Feb 28, 2024 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 3
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted at 12th floor nw corner office active leak from roof of building. brown water staining and peeling plaster present in 12th floor office., repair and
Feb 14, 2024 · Penalty $500
Active - Class - 2
Failure to submit acceptable req cycle8b report of critical exam doc condition of exterior wall&appurtenances req by 28-302.4 for control802211.agg1:prior nov 37021446h under 28-302.4 submit acceptable req tech
Oct 19, 2022 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances.at north elevation exposure#1 observed:cracked terra cotta panels at 3rd &4thfloors also observed in same elevation spalled terra cotta at parapet
Oct 6, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 8b report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall & appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control#802211. agg1: prior nov#37013621x under
Jun 1, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Sec. 27-929.1 ac 27-929.1 failure to complete the installation of a full system of automatic sprinklers & file a final sprinkler report prepared by a registered design professional by 7/1/19,in an office bldg
Mar 30, 2020 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Ac279291-failure to complete the installation of a full system of automatic sprinklers and file a sprinkler report prepared by a registered design professional by july,1,2019,in an office building 100 feet or m
Nov 15, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Cease use (5-a-10) 59-bb-5, 68-b-9(cease use) door zone restrictor hasbeen tampored with disabled & rendered inoperative.this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers safety. repair restrictor and
Aug 12, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit a required cycle 8b report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control#802211. remedy: submit required technical report
Oct 15, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Pedestrians protection does not meet code specification. note: at timeof inspection i observed sidewalk shed w/the following objections. damaged electrical components for shed lighting-sign hung underneath shed
Apr 12, 2018
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Temporary construction equipment on site: expired permit. note: at time of inspection i observed supported scaffold on site w/an exp permit. permit exp as of date 4-2-18. remedy: renew permit.
Apr 12, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specification. note: at time of inspection i observed sidewalk shed w/o a parapet penel job site sign. rmeedy: provide job site parapet panel sign comply w/code.
Apr 12, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg noted: at side door near freight elevator found push bar installed on side exit door w/ missing cross bar. remedy: repair defects forthwith comply w/ notice pf violation
Nov 20, 2014 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior bldg noted north elevation exp#1 cracks & deteriorated mortar joints at all floors of stone & terracotta facadecorroded window trim east elevation exp#2 corroded exposed bricks shel
Mar 31, 2011 · Penalty $500
Active - Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliancew/code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the dob rules & regs. 36013039y.
Jan 25, 2011
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliancew/code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by article 28.302 and the dob rules and regulations.
Apr 28, 2010 · Penalty $8,000
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
16a06/39m07 16) eliminate all locks and spaces in sight guards and doors (seal spaces in sight guards with no sharp edges) 39) provide required ventilation in motor room.
May 19, 2004
Resolve - Non-hazardous
16a06/36d07/36p07 16)eliminate all locks and spaces in sight guards onhoistway doors (seal holes with no sharp edges). 36d and p provide ladder outside and inside of over door for this device.
May 19, 2004 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work does not conform to plans.noted:erected front sidewalk shed approx. 60 linear feet x one story high heavy duty and scaffold on top of shed approx. 60 linear feet x 12 feet high.permits for shed and scaffol
Jul 8, 2003 · Penalty $130
Resolve - Hazardous
50,x,10 55,y,13 55,0,02 05,e,10 50 c case use of elevator until slack rape switch under drune machine s required and operation car runs with swiched open must be numberably reset only 50 factory of gate does no
Jun 5, 2003 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
20x11-39h12-16j01-12q03-37o02-42o02-37w07. 20-repair parking depice 39-replace instaltion on prelay wissing at hear of controller 16-3 floor door not plinide 12 floor door back missing cover 42-clean governor 3
Apr 1, 2003
Resolve - Non-hazardous
42o02-34d06-20x11-37o02-52j01. 42-clean governor. 34-secure all flooring in wheathouse 20-repair parking device 37-remove stared mafterally from motor room, clean motor room 52-carkeas missligned an cown.
Apr 1, 2003
Resolve - Hazardous
16o07-69r06-23m12-16b01. 16-change door gibs and adjust basement door 23-replace top exit cover 69-properly position compensation chain #16-adjust all hoistway doors b-12 floor call 212-566-5544 when ready to p
Feb 24, 2003 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to file an amended round five report acceptable to this department puusuant to rule r.c.n.y. 32-03b(5),indicating correction of hazardous condition described in initial ll10/80 report.remedy:file an ame
Jan 26, 2001 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to file an amended round five report acceptable to this dept. pursuant to rule r.c.n.y. 32-03b(5), indicating correction of hazardous conditions described in initial ll10/80 report.remedy:file an amend
Nov 17, 2000 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain experior bldg, wall. noted: at nw corner of bldg. crack in terracotta(and other locations), at south facade, cracks in brick where fireescape joins parapet. remedy:maintain exterior bldg. wa
Oct 30, 2000 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to file amended round 5 report acceptable to this dept.pursuant to rule rcny 32-03b(5) indicating correctin of hazardous conditions described in initial ll10/80 report. remedy;file amended report follow
Oct 10, 2000 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to file an amended round five report acceptable to this department oursuant to rule r.c.n.y 32-03b(5) indicating correction of hazardous conditions described in initial ll10/80 report. remedy; file an a
Apr 13, 2000 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Non-hazardous
15i,48u,49u.15-where ever needed.
Nov 16, 1995 · Penalty $100
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46m. (74) comply with local law #5.
Mar 13, 1991 · Penalty $150
Resolve - Non-hazardous
(74) comply with local law #5.
Mar 13, 1991 · Penalty $150
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46h. (74) comply with local law #5.
Mar 13, 1991 · Penalty $150
Resolve - Non-hazardous
(74) comply with local law #5.
Mar 13, 1991 · Penalty $150
Resolve
Complaints
No HPD complaints in our records
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 2026 | $1,000 | Office buildings | 12 |
Building details
- Building type
- Office building (O6)
- Year built
- 1912
- Floors
- 12
- Residential units
- —
- Building area
- 69,701 ft²
- Lot area
- 6,315 ft²
- Zoning
- M1-9A/R12
- Community board
- 105
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 838 / 62
- Assessed value
- $6,979,050
- Landmark / historic district
- No
Questions about 20 West 37 Street
Who owns 20 West 37 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Rss Gsms2017-Gs5-NY 2w3-2, LLC.
Does 20 West 37 Street have violations?
NYC HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.
Is 20 West 37 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 20 West 37 Street built?
City records list 1912 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.