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23 East 20 Street

Manhattan, NY 10003BBL 1-00849-0020Map

Owner of record: Jolly House Studios

23 East 20 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1901 in Manhattan, 10003. It has 7 residential units across 8 floors. The owner of record is Jolly House Studios. HPD has recorded 18 housing violations here, most recently on June 4, 2025. 8 of the 18 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
18
DOB violations
26
ECB violations
10
HPD complaints
38

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 4, 2025

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 · 18

  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Jun 4, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 1, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 4th room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 15, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at washbasin in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 15, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection at waste line under the washbasin in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 15, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly secure the loose shower door to east wall in the 2nd bathroom from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 15, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wooden window frame at south in the 4th room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 15, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north wall in the 4th room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 15, 2022 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 15, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 25, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 6, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following minimum required 100 watts (light fixture present) at front areaway, 1st story

    Sep 1, 2016

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 26

  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 20, 2021

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Hazardous condition (facade) facade required

    Cycle 9a unsafe report filed

    Aug 12, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 23, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 23, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Ftm and emergency work. exp #3 north elevation(thayer side)fire escape observe multiple loose connection/detached/corroded threads/ side metal panel/damage were observe in between 6th and 8th flr. this is very serious fire and life condition. remedy: owner to reair/under direction of lic design prof immed and file permit application

    Mar 23, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 27, 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 elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 2, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 7, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 4, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 1, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 31, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 2, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 16, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 20, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 27, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 9, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 23, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Nov 19, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p3944

    Nov 5, 2002

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p3944

    Aug 13, 2001

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p35413

    Jul 25, 2001

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p3944

    Aug 9, 2000

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boiler boiler optional

    20b/32 flue pipe not sealed at base of chimney

    Mar 12, 1990

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed

ECB violations · 10

  • Class - 2

    Failure to file acceptable amended cycle 9a report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial facades report required by 28-302.5 for control #902327. remedy: file acceptable report.

    Jan 16, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg facade&appurtenances.atoi observed@exp1s elevation cracks decorative stone on cornice@7fl level.exp4 spalling masonry brick&open mortar joint@parapet level,also spalled concret

    May 1, 2021 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg facade & appurtenances.noted:at timeof inspection(1)north elevation expo.#3 fire escape w/multiple broken unsafe steps,also loose wire mesh cage between fls 6 & 7.(2)parapet le

    Mar 23, 2021 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to take & provide safety measures sidewalk shed,netting etc where reviewed to provide & secure public safety from unsafe facade.unsafe filling from pe/ra 03/09/2021.note at time of inspection unsafe con

    Mar 23, 2021 · Penalty $25,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building facade and appurtenances. as noted: exposure 1 flower pots on fire escape and a/c blocking fire escape egress. remedy: maintain exterior building facade, provide safety measures

    Sep 27, 2018

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    B4a/50. 50-debris around oil storage tank.

    Nov 6, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to post permit holder sign as required by the admin code note no permit observed at the time of inspection remedy:post permit as required

    Aug 31, 2005

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    No contractors sign was observed on the sidewalk shed at this address remedy:post sign as required

    Aug 31, 2005

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Sidewalk shed not adequately maintained: noted: plywood parapet approx. 4'x 10' of sidewalk shed (appl. #103721322) became dislodged and fell to ground. shed is located at 23 east 20 str. remedy: maintain side

    Jul 8, 2004

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Oil lines uncovered. flue pipe not sealed at base of chimney

    Mar 12, 1990

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 19, 2024 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 14, 2024 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Mar 14, 2024 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Mar 14, 2024 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 14, 2024 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 5, 2024 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Feb 5, 2024 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Feb 5, 2024 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 2

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 2PLEAS

    Close
  • Safety

    Sprinkler

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 2PLEAS

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 2PLEAS

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 2PLEAS

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 2PLEAS

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Dec 16, 2022 · Apt 2PLEAS

    Close
  • Safety

    Sprinkler

    Dec 14, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Dec 14, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 14, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 14, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Dec 14, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 14, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Dec 14, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 25, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Safety

    Sprinkler

    Nov 25, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 25, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Nov 25, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Oct 13, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 13, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 13, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 22, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 4, 2022 · Apt 2

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built
1901
Floors
8
Residential units
7
Building area
11,040 ft²
Lot area
1,480 ft²
Zoning
M1-5M
Community board
105
Council district
2
Block / lot
849 / 20
Assessed value
$3,676,950
Landmark / historic district
Ladies' Mile Historic District

HPD registration #140057, last renewed Sep 10, 2025.

Questions about 23 East 20 Street

Who owns 23 East 20 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Jolly House Studios.

Does 23 East 20 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 18 housing violations at this property.

Is 23 East 20 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 23 East 20 Street built?

City records list 1901 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 23 East 20 Street?

It has 7 residential units and 8 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.