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35 West 38 Street

Manhattan, NY 10018BBL 1-00840-0021Map

Owner of record: Flame Realty,

35 West 38 Street is an office building built in 1930 in Manhattan, 10018. The owner of record is Flame Realty,. HPD has recorded 1 housing violation here, most recently on March 22, 2007. 1 of the 1 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
1
DOB violations
53
ECB violations
35
HPD complaints
17

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Mar 22, 2007

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 1

  • A

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures bathroom and kitchen located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 22, 2007 · Apt 5W

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 53

  • 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 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 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 3, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test

    Apr 5, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
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  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test

    Sep 15, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 26, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 22, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2015 inspection/test

    Dec 1, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 31, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test

    Jun 10, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test

    Oct 31, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 30, 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
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 6, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 29, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2010 inspection/test

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Zoning none

    Z-zoning none

    Jul 14, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 21, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 15, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 15, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 15, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Oct 8, 2010

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 13, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 11, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 30, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Zoning none

    Z-zoning none

    Jul 30, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 30, 2009

    Vw-violation work without permit - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 30, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jul 30, 2009

    Vw-violation work without permit - active
  • Zoning none

    Z-zoning none

    Mar 18, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 18, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Feb 27, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 3, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Mar 21, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 17, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 28, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 28, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 21, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 18, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 15, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p11364

    Oct 17, 2002

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 17, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p11364

    Jun 30, 2000

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 35

  • Class - 2

    Failure to file required annual boiler inspection reports for low-pressure boiler 10000035597n0001 in accordance with the rules of the department. 1rcny 103-01(d)(1) requires that an annual inspection report fo

    Dec 16, 2024 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Entire device/out of service/repair

    Nov 9, 2020 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    97x10 failure to maintain building in code compliant manner,service equipment elevator as per bc3001 2827-987 dob records show only elevator in building as active upon inspection the device is found to be out

    Dec 1, 2016 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents and/or approved amendments. noted: appl #104803535. 3rd & 4th flr layout. previous nov #34858581h. remedy: amend or conform to approved plans.

    Sep 10, 2013 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o #2262. illegal occupancy noted: 2 to 5 flr bldg occupied as offices. c/o indicates show room and factory. remedy: discontinue illegal occupancy or amend c/o.

    Sep 10, 2013 · Penalty $1,200

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 1008.1.8.1. hardware: door handles, pulls, latches, locks and other operating devices on doors required to be accessible small not require tight grasping, tight pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate

    Jul 25, 2011 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents and/or aproved amendments. noted: 3rd flr boarded up opening between west-east spaces. plans #104803535 amended on 7.25.11 indicates metal frame and

    Jul 25, 2011 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    (misc)bc1011.2illumination-exit signs shall be illuminated.noted:four th flr east side exit sign does not have illumination and 5th flr eastside exit sign does not have battery back-up function.rem:provide illu

    Mar 14, 2011 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner:no fire stopping perbc 712.3;27-345 noted:bldg having on 5th flr east side closet open ceiling to exposed wooden joists, 4rd flr, closet west side open ceiling

    Mar 10, 2011 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work does not conform to approved const documents &/or approved amendments noted:bldg having on 1-third flr boarded up wall opening between east & west side not indicated on plans#104803535,approved on 07-27-20

    Mar 10, 2011

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Fail to maintain self-closing fire exit door.noted:bldg having on 3rd & 2nd flr exit doors from spaces leading into staircase @ east side notself closing.rem:make self-closing doors

    Mar 10, 2011 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner

    Mar 10, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway noted:bldg having appr. 10ft long rear yard with leading into fire escape stairs obstructed access into adjacent property by masonry retaining wall.rem:provide

    Mar 10, 2011 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o #2262. illegal occupancy noted: 5th flr converted to class 'a' apts and 1st flr rear is equipped and arranged as yoga classes w/obtaining bsa approval. remedy:

    Apr 29, 2010 · Penalty $24,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work without permit. work noted: (1)erected full height partitions to create 2 class a "apartments on such floor, water and waste lines for bathrooms at 2, 3 and 5 floors. (2)erected wooden deck at 3 floor roo

    Jul 29, 2009 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by certificate of occupancy #2262. building should occupy as a 1 fl 1 store, 2 to 5 show room & factory. illegal occupancy noted (1)1 floor occupied as a 2 stores. (2) 2 to 5

    Jul 29, 2009 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for violated conditions sited in notice of violation #34509595l, 345650258n. remedy:file a c of o

    Jul 29, 2009 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy #2262. cofo states cellar to be occupied as storage, at time of inspection cellar occupied as acupuncture/message parlor.parior has divided wit

    Jun 5, 2008 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o 2262/1920 from legal use show rooms and factory to illegal use at 3rd e and west 6 sros and 4th fl west 3 sros and 5th fl west 3 sros remedy: discontinue illegal sro

    May 5, 2008

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work permit hazardous at 3rd fl east and west built partition to form rooms with electrical kitchens and 3pc bathroom at 4th fl west partitions bathrooms 3pc kitchen 5th fl west partitions bath 3pc and kitchen

    May 5, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Noted: no access violation written based upon no records of correctionno plumbing permit on dob records. remedy: comply w/ commissioner order & contact boro office for re-inspection.

    Jul 3, 2006 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o #2262. illegal occupancy noted: 5th fl east legal show rms/ factory, now converted to a class "a" apt, w/ kitchen & 3pc bathroom. remedy: discontinue illegal use

    Jul 3, 2006 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy #2262. illegal occupancy noted: fifth floor east legal show rooms/factorynow converted to a class "a" apt. with kitchen with electric, stove, 3

    Feb 22, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: fifth floor east erected full height partition walls to create rooms. remedy: obtain permit.

    Feb 22, 2006 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Plumbing work w/o a permit. work noted: fifth floor east installed water & waste for 3 piece bath (sink,toilet,shower) & residential sink. remedy: obtain permit if feasible.

    Feb 22, 2006

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Illegal use in manufacturing district. noted: fifth floor east createda class "a" apt. with kitchen with electric stove, 3 piece bath (sink,toilet,shower) & 3 bedrooms in an m1-6 district. remedy: discontinue i

    Feb 22, 2006 · Penalty $480

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    4th fl, east & west aprts each erected full height partition wall to create a class "a" apt. remedy: obtain permit or restore premises to prior legal conditions.

    Feb 9, 2006 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Illegal use in manufacturing distr. noted: 4th fl, apt. 4 east w/kitchen w/electric range, 3 pc bath (sink, toilet, shower) & 4 bedrms. apt 4 west w/kitchen w/electric hot plate, microwave, broiler & 2 pc bath

    Feb 9, 2006 · Penalty $480

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o #2262. illegal occupancy noted: 4th fl legal show rm/ factory now converted to 2 class "a" apts. apt 4 east, kitchen area w/electric range, 3 pc bath (sink, toil

    Feb 9, 2006 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    4th fl, apt 4 east installed water & waste lines for 3 pc bath (sink, toilet, shower) & resid. sink. apt. 4 west installed water & waste lines for 2pc bath (sink, shower) & resid. sink. remedy: obtain permit.

    Feb 9, 2006

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    37p17/ 08v01/ 11a11/ 62o02/ (370 no access to machine room (08) elevator is off level at all floors (11) provide / affix proper foor closebutton in car station and close or seal space for missing car station

    Jan 8, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    8v01-09h12-40b01-60m07-15p07-74o02-57o02-73m07-35d06-62m07. adjust floors (leveling) 09-change car door gibs 40-adjust fovernor tension 60-install cut buffer 15-provide access to all hoistway doors 74-clean equ

    Oct 17, 2002 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    14b07/ 57o02/ 74x11/ 74o02/ 53x11/ 36m07/ 73u16/ 62m07/ 35d06/ 75b05/ 73o02/ proivde location of managers office or super office as per section 27-1004 of building code (18-m-07) provide covers (74-x-11) repair

    Jul 17, 2001

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    9h,16h,14i,13m,8v. replace worn car door gibs. replace worn hoistway door were needed. provide new certificate frame. provide car mirror in elevator. ajust floor stops all floors.

    Sep 3, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    07i,15l,36w,50y. 07 west door. 74 provide communications from inside elevator to the out side of the building.

    Oct 5, 1993

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 6, 2016 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 6, 2008 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Apr 6, 2008 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Apr 6, 2008 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Apr 6, 2008 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Apr 6, 2008 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Apr 6, 2008 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Mar 22, 2007 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 3, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jan 2, 2006 · Apt B4

    Close
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  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 29, 2005 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 28, 2005 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 27, 2005 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 25, 2005 · Apt B4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 25, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 22, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 20, 2004 · Apt BSMT

    Close

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
1930
Floors
5
Residential units
—
Building area
12,050 ft²
Lot area
3,660 ft²
Zoning
M1-9A/R12
Community board
105
Council district
4
Block / lot
840 / 21
Assessed value
$1,309,950
Landmark / historic district
No

Questions about 35 West 38 Street

Who owns 35 West 38 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Flame Realty,.

Does 35 West 38 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 1 housing violations at this property.

Is 35 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 35 West 38 Street built?

City records list 1930 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.