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38 West 38 Street

Manhattan, NY 10018BBL 1-00839-0068Map

Owner of record: 38th Street Realty,

38 West 38 Street is an office building built in 1915 in Manhattan, 10018. The owner of record is 38th Street Realty,. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations
0
DOB violations
62
ECB violations
46
HPD complaints
3

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

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 0

No HPD violations on record

DOB building violations · 62

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 11, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 11, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 18, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Oct 4, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Fire escape in state of disrepair and /or not in code complaint manno r. submit an enginners report within 72 hours for the rear (fire esaca pe) including egreess passageway to ert inspections @ buildings.nyc.g ov

    Nov 18, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Due to fire escape damge at exposure #3,3rd story down. roof has inade quatefall protection at expsoure #2 top andmiddle cabie not to code

    Nov 18, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 25, 2021

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 17, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 11, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 10, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 26, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 8, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 28, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst

    May 30, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 17, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 29, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 2, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 10, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 4, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Zoning none

    Z-zoning none

    Aug 4, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 17, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 2, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 2, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 16, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 29, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 29, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 9, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 13, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 16, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 16, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

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    Oct 16, 2002

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p12513

    Aug 1, 2001

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p12513

    Mar 16, 2000

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 7, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Zoning none

    Z-zoning none

    Jan 7, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 21, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Zoning none

    Z-zoning none

    Jul 22, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 22, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 46

  • Class - 1

    Class 1 c/u: door zone restrictor inoperative on both front and rear sides, creating an unsafe condition. as per asme a17.1 2.12 and 2.14. remedy: restore full door zone restrictor function on both sides. email

    Aug 3, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to submit certificate of correction of violation #35666012x issued on 12-02-2022 for work without a permit.(permit m00841432-i1-gc expired 06/01/2024), file a certificate of correction

    Jul 1, 2026 · Penalty $1,280

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.failure to provide required natural light and ventilation for every bedroom.noted:at 2nd floor unit#2b having created 2 sleeping quarters without required n

    Jul 15, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the dept of buildings records.illegal occupancy noted:at unit 2b on 2nd floor has been converted/occupied as massage parlor/house of prositution/brothel with 2 massage room

    Jul 15, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.lack of requirednumber of means of egress for every floor per bc 1018.1(2008 code);27-366;bc 1021.1(2014 code);bc 1006.3(2022 code),for sleeping quarters at

    Jul 15, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Illegal use in a manufacturing district.unlicensed physical treatment establishment a prohibited use per zr 12-10,operating in a m1-6 district on 2nd floor unit 2b as foxy spa.noted individual offer to perform

    Jul 15, 2024 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Atoi, commercial space at 2nd fl front occupied as astrology psychic reading business, contrary to fcofo #33046 issued 7-24-1947 which states that 2nd fl is to be used as offices, showrooms and factory, discont

    Jun 26, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file required annual boiler inspection reports for low-pressure boiler 035598 in accordance with the rules of the department. 1rcny & 103-01(d)(1) requires that an annual inspection report for low-pr

    Jun 7, 2024 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o #33046 illegal occupancy noted at unit 2b on the 2nd fl converted/occupied as massage parlor "foxy spa" with 4 massage rooms, tables, oils, and towels. remedy: disco

    Jul 27, 2023 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Illegal use in a manufacturing district unlicensed physical treatment establishment, a prohibited use as per zr12-10 is operating in a m1-6 district at unit 2b on the 2nd fl as"foxy spa"with 4 massage rms, tabl

    Jul 27, 2023 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by certificate of occupancy no# 33046 illegal occupancy noted:at unit 2b converted/occupied as massage parlor "foxy spa" with 4 massage rooms, massage tables, oils,towels,towe

    Mar 1, 2023 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Illegal use in manufactring district an unlicensed physical treatment establishment prohibited use per zr12-01 operating in a m1-6 district on 2nd fl(unit 2b) as "foxy spa" noted masseuse offered to perform ful

    Mar 1, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Illegal use in manufacturing district unlicensed physical treatment establishment prohibited use per zr 12-10 operating in m1-6 on 2nd fl unit 2b as "foxy spa" noted:masseuse offer to perform full body massage

    Jan 25, 2023 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o #33046 illegal occupancy noted at unit 2b converted/occupied as massage parlor "foxy spa" with 4 massage rms,shower rm,oils & towels.previous ecb vio #35666011y,3566

    Jan 25, 2023 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Illegal use in a manufacturing district.unlicensed physical treatment establishment,a prohibited use per zr 12-10,operating in a m1-6 on 2ndfloor(2a and 2b)as red sun therapy and foxy spa.noted at 2nd floor 2a

    Dec 2, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed ny the certificate of occupancy#33046.illegal occupancy noted:at 2nd floor level(unit 2b & 2a)converted/occupied as (2b foxy spa)&(2a-redson therapy)with unlicensed physical t

    Dec 2, 2022 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work without a permit.work noted:at 2nd floor,business 2a unit,erectedfull height partition walls to create 3 massage rooms and shower roomsinstalled water and waste line for shower room,wash machie slop sink;

    Dec 2, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by cofo#33046.illegal occupancy noted:at unit 2b on the 2nd floor approved for offices showrooms and factory is now occupied as of massage parlor with 4 massage rooms 1 shower

    Sep 29, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Illegal use in a manufacturing district unlicensed physical treatment establishment a prohibited use as per zr 12-10 as operating in an mi-6district in the 2 floor at 2b doing business as foxy spa with 4 massag

    Sep 29, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide guardrail on the roof note:at time of inspection ofa 5 story building on the top roof level i observed sign of activitieson the roof chains were set for people to sit,open access to fire esca

    Nov 19, 2021 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.noted:five story commerical building with fire escape at exp #3 (rear) has missing sections of fire escape from 3rd story down.no dob records show approval

    Nov 18, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioners order tof ile a certificate of correction previous summons #35344291x issued 8-23-18 for work without a pemrit has not been complied with application was approved but no per

    Jan 6, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioners order to file a certificate of correction previous summons issued 8-23-2018 for occupancy contrary to c.o #33046 has not been complied with summons #35344290y occupancy is c

    Jan 6, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35344290y issued on 08-23-2018 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2).an acceptible certif

    Jun 18, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35344291x issued on 08-23-2018 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2).an acceptible certif

    Jun 18, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.noted:5th floor windows at facade in disrepair missing glass, interior cover by plywood.rem:repair or replace comply with code

    Nov 1, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. at the time of inspection, i observed a window glass pane of approx 10'x10 missing at5th story center window exposure#1. also, noted wood window frame in d

    Sep 13, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cert of occupancy or bldg dept records. noted: c of o#33046 indicates offices,show room & factory on 2nd fl,however observed massage center/spa & beauty salon present

    Aug 23, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. noted: in the rear of 2nd fl observed full partitions erected to create 5 rooms & create new spa/maassage center work including new water/drain/sewer pipes to construct 2 new bathroom & 1 sho

    Aug 23, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    06-x-10;41-i-10 car door gate/interlock not closing getting stuck not able to close w/out pushing door close (ceased used) this is a hazardous condition creating & hazardous condition.rem:fix door 41-i-10 moto

    Jun 11, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    2x10,5e10/(2-x-10)outside comm phone inoperative,repair/(5-e-10)lobby side door makes banging noise when opening repair.

    Nov 1, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    97x10 failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner, service equipment elevator as per bc 3001.2 - 27-987 dob records show the only elevator in bldg as active.upon inspection the device is found to be out

    Nov 4, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35154506r issued on 12/31/15 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny102-01. note: no document file for work w/o a permit at 2nd fl & failu

    Apr 4, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35154506r issued on 12/31/15 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny102-01. note: no document file for work w/o a permit at 2nd fl creatin

    Feb 17, 2016 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit.work noted:observed electrical work & full height partition wall illegally erected.w/o work permit creating 4 massage rms in 2nd fl.100% of work completed.rem:obtain permit or restore premises

    Dec 31, 2015 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cert of occupancy or bldg dept records.work noted:as per cert of occupancy #5866 2nd fl was to be showroom & factory now howver observed a body massage/spa center.erect

    Dec 29, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o #5866 which indicated restaurant at 1st fl & offices & showrooms from 2nd thru 5th fl no occupancy at roof. illegal occupancy noted roof appear to be arrange for

    Nov 9, 2014 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: at roof level having erected wood structure for gym use,ropes attached to the wall,shed. remedy: obtain permit.

    Nov 9, 2014 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o #33046. illegal occupancy noted: 5 floor occupied as a(theatre) "nicus spoon theatre" remedy: discontinue illegal occupancy on amend c/o.

    Aug 4, 2011 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Operation of place of assembly w/o a current certificate of operation.noted: 5 floor occupied as a nicas's spoon theatre" & equipped & arranged for 78 persons 69 seats,6 artist,3 employees. remedy: obtain a pla

    Aug 4, 2011 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageways at 5 floor obstructedby curtains & rear exit passageway ( ) by debris & curtains. remedy: remove obstruction.

    Aug 4, 2011 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o permit. work noted: (1) at 5 floor erect full height combustible partitions for theatre,(2) install illuminated sign in 2 fl window. (3) install business sign above front entrance. remedy: obtain permi

    Aug 4, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    98bb05. 98bb- expired 5 yr test

    Oct 13, 2010 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    19l;28l;73o;22i;3i;74m;40# 74.provide proper clearance between the cwt & its buffer.46.perform the 5yr test properly date & tag governor & file proper papers with this depaerment.

    Jun 10, 1991 · Penalty $75

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    02x 11b 15a 53m 35i 36d 46b 57o 15 tenant locks 53 provide proper lighting in motor room

    Mar 8, 1991 · Penalty $150

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain defects is exterior brick wrk at 5 sty to roof loose defectove & bulging & crack mortar joins ereded lintal above window corroded creating a hazardous condition. remedy provide protection fo

    Nov 10, 1988 · Penalty $625

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Mar 11, 2021 · Apt BLDG

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  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Mar 11, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 8, 2009 · Apt 2

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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 (O5)
Year built
1915
Floors
5
Residential units
—
Building area
10,000 ft²
Lot area
2,074 ft²
Zoning
M1-9A/R12
Community board
105
Council district
4
Block / lot
839 / 68
Assessed value
$857,250
Landmark / historic district
No

Questions about 38 West 38 Street

Who owns 38 West 38 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 38th Street Realty,.

Does 38 West 38 Street have violations?

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

Is 38 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 38 West 38 Street built?

City records list 1915 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.