37 East 29 Street
Manhattan, NY 10016BBL 1-00859-0031Map
Owner of record: J & T Tsai INC.
37 East 29 Street is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1925 in Manhattan, 10016. It has 6 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is J & T Tsai INC.. HPD has recorded 10 housing violations here, most recently on June 24, 2013. 10 of the 10 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 10
- DOB violations
- 8
- ECB violations
- 23
- HPD complaints
- 73
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 10
- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2013 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east located at apt 1, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2013 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit lower window sash. in the 1st room from east located at apt 1, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2013 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Refit lower window sash. in the 1st room from north located at apt 1, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2013 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 24, 2013 · Apt 1
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 4, 2011 · Apt 1
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 4, 2011 · Apt 1
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of water leak at ceiling in the foyer located at apt a, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 6, 2009 · Apt A
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of moisture penetration at ceiling and east wall at public hall, 2nd story
Aug 6, 2009
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling & south wall at public hall, 5th story
Aug 4, 2009
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 8
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 4, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 23
- Class - 2
Failure to submit certificate of correction of violation #35669960j issued on 06-14-2023 for occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or buildings department records., file a certifica
Jul 31, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to submit certificate of correction of violation #35684122x issued on 10-22-2024 for failure to maintain building in code-complaint manner., file a certificate of correction
Jul 31, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to submit certificate of correction of violation #35684121y issued on 10-22-2024 for occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or buildings department records., file a certifica
Jul 31, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
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, suite b rear, having created 2 sleeping quarters without
Oct 22, 2024 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the dept. of buildings records. illegal occupancy noted: at 2nd floor, suite b at rear, has been converted/occupied as massage parlor/house of prostitution/brothel at rate
Oct 22, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Illegal use in a commercial district. unlicensed physical treatment establishment, a prohibited use per zr 12-10, operating in a c5-2 district on 2nd floor suite b rear. noted: an individual offer to perform a
Oct 22, 2024 · Penalty $3,155
Resolve - Class - 2
Illegal use in a commercial district. unlicensed physical treatment establishment,a use prohibited by zr12-10 is operating on the 2nd fl in a c5-2 zoning district. noted an individual who is not a nys licensed
Jun 14, 2023 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o #55380. illegal occupancy noted at 2 floor rear approved as show room has been converted / occupied as massage parlor with 3 massage rooms 2 rest areas, shower room
Jun 14, 2023 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Illegal use in a commercial district.an unlicensed physical treatment establishment,a prohibit use per zr 12-10 operating in a c5-2 on the 2nd floor.noted:business as walkiki spa an individual not licensed by n
Feb 6, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by certificate of occupancy no#55380.illegal occupancy noted:at 2nd floor level converted/occupied with unlicensed physical treatment masseuse walkiki spa with 3 massage rooms
Feb 6, 2023
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Work w/out a permit.work noted at 2nd fl suite b,erected full height partitions to create 2 massage rms,2 bedrooms,1 storage rm & 1 shower room w/bed.work to include waste & water lines for shower rm & electric
Apr 15, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o #55380 illegal occupancy noted at 2nd fl suite b converted/occupied as a physical culture establishment "waikiki spa" w/2 massage rms & 2 tables w/out bsa approved 2
Apr 15, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
2nd fl occupied as an adult physical culture establishment & physical culture establishment doing business as "waikiki spa" massage parlor w/out bsa approvals per zr 12-10.remedy:comply w/zoning resolution.
Apr 15, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to supply approved/accepted plans at job site at time of inspection for job #120982801 of which permit is active for the build-out of a ground flr eat/drink establishment. remedy: contact this office
May 9, 2012
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner noted the following conditions skylight at roof front location is deteriorated no roof railing at the rear of roof public hall emergency lighting does not work
Mar 21, 2011
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to provide approved accepted plans at jobsite at time of insp work under job #120028433 approx 3 men working at time of insp no plans present work being done on 1st fl rem: stop all work provide plans
Jul 23, 2009
Resolve - Class - 2
Altered/changed bldg occupie w/o a valid cofo permit # 10490170g 01 ew.t front 2nd fl occupied as psychic palm & tarot card reading remedy: obtain valid cofo and/or discontinue
Jan 16, 2009 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o #55380. illegal occupancy noted: 2nd flr legal showroom now converted to illegal acupuntureapt @ rear & apt @ front. noted: 2nd flr rear waiting room w/ exam
Aug 17, 2007 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit. work noted: 2nd flr subdivided front from rear. erected full height partitions: @ rear to create 6 rooms & front bath. front to create bedroom,living room,kitchen & bath. remedy: obtain
Aug 17, 2007 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Plumbing work w/o a permit. work noted: 2nd flr: front installed water& waste lines for a 3 pc bath (sink,toilet,shower) @ front & rear for a shower in existing bath. also notes: second flr rear installed a gas
Aug 17, 2007 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg. noted: at roof or 2nd fl rear: metal flashing/ patch at n/w corner of skylight open to water penetration. illegal storage of debris at bathrm of 3rd fl- ceiling & wall sagged & bulged
Nov 20, 2006 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Kitchen exhaust fan installed at rear first story extension on roof ofrestuarant vegetarian garden and is within 5" of residential window of34 east 30 street of apt#2n. remedy: conform to rules and regulation
May 31, 1995 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. work noted: having replaced kitchen blower with a biggre unit on rear extension of roof without filing w/this dept.dba:vegetarian garden. remedy: obtain permits for new installation--
May 31, 1995 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Complaints
- General
Mold
Jun 11, 2013 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 11, 2013 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jun 11, 2013 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Jun 11, 2013 · Apt 1
Close - General
Floor
Jun 11, 2013 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 11, 2013 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 5, 2012 · Apt 6
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 3, 2012 · Apt NA
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 28, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 12, 2012 · Apt NA
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 6, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 6, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 6, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 6, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Apr 6, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 6, 2012 · Apt 1
Close - Electric
Wiring
Feb 16, 2012 · Apt 3
Close - Electric
Wiring
Feb 16, 2012 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 16, 2012 · Apt 3
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 12, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Apr 11, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Mar 30, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 30, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Mar 30, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Mar 24, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - General
Windows
Mar 24, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 21, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 6
Close - General
Windows
Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 6
Close - General
Windows
Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 6
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 6
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 6
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 6
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 6
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 8, 2011 · Apt 6
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 28, 2011 · Apt 6
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 28, 2011 · Apt 6
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 22, 2011 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 21, 2011 · Apt 6
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Mar 30, 2010 · Apt 6
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Mar 30, 2010 · Apt 6
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 30, 2010 · Apt 6
Close - General
Windows
Mar 30, 2010 · Apt 6
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 30, 2010 · Apt 6
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 30, 2010 · Apt 6
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Aug 24, 2009 · Apt 1
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
- Year built
- 1925
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 7,655 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,106 ft²
- Zoning
- C5-2
- Community board
- 105
- Council district
- 2
- Block / lot
- 859 / 31
- Assessed value
- $2,080,350
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #138493, last renewed Jun 30, 2025.
Questions about 37 East 29 Street
Who owns 37 East 29 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is J & T Tsai INC..
Does 37 East 29 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 10 housing violations at this property.
Is 37 East 29 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 17% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 37 East 29 Street built?
City records list 1925 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 37 East 29 Street?
It has 6 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.