261 Madison Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10016BBL 1-00868-0025Map

261 Madison Avenue is an office building built in 1954 in Manhattan, 10016. The owner of record is 261 Madison Avenue LLC. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations: 0
DOB violations: 147
ECB violations: 51
HPD complaints: 6

What to know

Good

No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good

No HPD violations

HPD has not cited this building.

Good

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 · 147

Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. as noted at the time of inspection, i observed at exposure 3: corrode windows, crack in brick masonry and bulging of mortar joints at exposure 4; cracking observed @ multiple locations including the parapet area remedy: repair and/or replace
Mar 27, 2026
Dob violation - active
Failure to correct swarmp conditions (facade) facade required
Failure to correct swarmp conditions
Nov 1, 2023
Dob violation - active
Hazardous condition (facade) facade required
Cycle 9b unsafe report filed
Feb 21, 2023
Dob violation - active
Sprinkler none
Failed to file final sprinkler report by july 1, 2019
Sep 3, 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 - dismissed
Construction other optional
The borough commissioner has issued a stop work order for application #123360567 due to contractor withdrawal. stop all work immediately, ma ke site safe, provide all required information forthwith
Jun 12, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
The borough commissioner has issued a stop work order for application #123278728 due to contractor withdrawal. stop all work immediately, ma ke site safe, provide all required information forthwith
Jun 12, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed

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Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2015 inspection/test
Dec 1, 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
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
Residential elevator periodic inspection/test elevatorrequired
Failure to perform category 5 inspection
Jun 1, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 29, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 19, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 19, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 19, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
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
Construction other optional
Struck by debris created by the impact of falling mechanical equipment
May 31, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed
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
Jan 6, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 6, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 6, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 6, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 6, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 6, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 5, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 5, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 5, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 5, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test
Oct 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test
Oct 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 1, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 29, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 5, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 4, 2013
Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 51

Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications. as noted: at time of inspection i observed damaged and/or deteriorated mudsills at multiple locations. remedy: comply to code specifications.
Mar 27, 2026 · Penalty $2,430
Active
Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons #35669480k issued on 11/22/2022, and failure to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1 rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptable cert
Jan 29, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
A.c. 27-929 failure to complete installation of full system of automatic sprinklers & file final sprinkler report prepared by registered design professional in office building 100 feet or more in height in exis
Jun 17, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 2
27-929.1 failure to complete the installation of a full system of automatic sprinklers and file a final sprinkler report prepared by a registered design professional in an office building 100 feet or more in he
Feb 28, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior facade and appurtenances.facade technicalreport filed as unsafe by qewi on 11/14/2022.report#902525-9b-001 unsafe facade notification complaint#1622972.noted at time of inspection,i
Nov 22, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
27-929.1 ac27-929.1,failure to complete installation of full system ofautomatic sprinklers&file final sprinkler report prepared by registered design professional in office bldg 100' or more in ht in existence o
Nov 1, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 2
Jobsite fence not constructed or maintained pursuant to subsection. at time of inspection, observed construction fence erected at exposures #1, #2 of the commercial space at the ground level left side of the bu
Nov 18, 2020
Resolve
Class - 3
Work without a permit. at time of inspection, observed construction fence erected at exposures #1 , #2 of the commercial space at the ground level, left side of the building. no permit on file with the departme
Nov 18, 2020
Resolve
Class - 2
Sec. ac 27-929.1 failure to complete the installation of a full systemof automatic spriklers & file a final sprinkler report prepared by a registered design professional by 7/1/19,in an office bldg 100 feet or
Jul 13, 2020 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 2
Sec. a.c.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 100 feet
Nov 15, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Active

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Class - 1
Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by construction operations. cn15 3/18 cd 4061 mr195 while attempting to place 2300016 mechanical unit in the 30th flr rigging failed allowing unit to fall 30
May 31, 2016
Resolve
Class - 1
3301.8.1 use and tampering of equipment involved in an accient is prohibited. on may 31,2015,there was an accient at 261 madison avenue,newyork,ny involving a mechanical unit that fell from the 30th flr.on or
Feb 26, 2016
Resolve
Class - 1
Sec: 3320.3.1. improperly marked or non-identified hoisting equipment.above master rigger on job cn 153/15 cd 4061 mr 195 used some unidentified rigging equipment. equipment did not have manufacturer markings f
May 31, 2015 · Penalty $8,000
Resolve
Class - 1
Master rigger failed to follow manufacturers recommendation. on 5/31/15 there was an accident @ 261 madison ave mn involving a mechanical that fell to the street from the 30th flr respondent failed to used prov
May 31, 2015
Resolve
Class - 1
Inadequate safety measures use of hoisting equipment in an unsafe manner. cn 153/15 cd 4061 mr 195 on 5/31/2015 while attempting to place a 23000 16 mechanical unit into the 30th fl, rigging failed due to poor
May 31, 2015 · Penalty $24,000
Resolve
Class - 1
Sec: 1rcny 104-20(e). master rigger failed to be on site during critical pick. on 5/31/15 there was an accident @ 261 madison ave involving a mechanical unit that fell from the 30th flr. clearence constraints &
May 31, 2015
Resolve
Class - 1
Sec. 3310.3 failure to have site safety plan & program as required. noted: no site safety program in place,job site has met all requirementsfor site safety program bldg height. foot print,shed in place,facade
Oct 30, 2013 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve
Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved/accepted plans. noted: installation of construction fence at exposures #1,#2,#4 are showing no details of fence anchorage to sidewalk shed,on shed deck no details of post
Oct 30, 2013
Resolve
Class - 1
Sec. 9-01 rigger failed to designate a "foreman". noted: at time of inspection,mr manuel fernandes was in procession of a expired dob's rigging foreman certificate: exp date: 6/30/12 job site was active w/riggi
Oct 30, 2013 · Penalty $400
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an architect / engineer report certifying exit / directional signs are connected to emergency power source / storage batteryequipment. remedy: file architect / engineer report.
Jan 27, 2010 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve
Class - 1
Outdoor advertising company sign prohibited in c5-2 district. (fuerza bruta) rem: remove illegal sign.
Apr 10, 2009
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to file affidavits and/or comply with other requirements set forth for photoluminescent exit path marking. remedy: comply with requirements of reference standards (rs) 6-1
Sep 25, 2008
Resolve
Non-hazardous
16m0759l10. (16m07) provide sight on all hoist way doors (59l10) repair all motor room lights.
Jan 4, 2008 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
86m07. (86-m-07) 2 yr test.
Jun 12, 2007
Resolve
Non-hazardous
86m07. (86-m-07) 2 yr test.
Jun 12, 2007 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Cease use. 01x10,03m07. (01-x-10)repair inoperative stop switch car station (03-m-07)provide missing part of ceiling in car inclosure.
Jun 12, 2007 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Non-hazardous
51b14/73h11. 51-b-14-shorten hoist ropes. 73-h-11-worn compesation ropes
Oct 4, 2006
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenancesas required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings
Jun 17, 2005
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report in compliance with code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the dept of bldgs rules & regu
Apr 29, 2005
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical rpeor:periodic inspection ofexterior walls walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings rules regulations remedy:file the
Nov 12, 2004
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report: periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings rules and regulations. remedy: file the
May 19, 2003
Resolve
Non-hazardous
70e11. counter weight buffer makes contact with briffer box in pit.
Mar 14, 2003
Resolve
Non-hazardous
79x12. return device to service 50 an inspection can be performed.
Mar 14, 2003
Resolve
Non-hazardous
2m07-12q03-39i12-37o02-62o02. 62-prvoide sump cover 12-provide light gurrds 39-replace damaged resistor tube on rear of controller 39-remove blocking from relays.
Mar 14, 2003
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failrure to submit a fifth round technical report:periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the dept of bldg rules and regualtions.remedy:file the required
Mar 3, 2003
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to carry out permitted work in accordance with appliacable laws and regulations in that construction activities are bein performed other than on weekdays between the hours of 9:00 am and 6:00 pm without
Aug 10, 2002
Resolve
Hazardous
Hazardous-failure to provide adequate protection for sidewalks and walkways during construction operations. renoval of windows at 29 floor. west elevator. also chipping concrete at fascade of same elevation. re
Aug 10, 2002 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
74b7-post certificate in car as per rule 27-1004(a) or (b)
Jun 15, 2001 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46k12. 46k12-replace rusted & undersize hoist ropes.
Feb 5, 2001 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46k12-hoist cables rusted by undersize.
Sep 13, 2000 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Non-hazardous
74x,04m,74x-repair communication 04m provide key for exit.
Feb 14, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46k,74x,04m,46k-renew host ropes 74x repair communication 04m provide key for exit
Feb 14, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
74x,04m,74x-repair communication 04m provide key for exit
Feb 14, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
74x,04m,74x,-repair communication 04 provide key for exit
Feb 14, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
74x,04m,74-repair car communication 24m provide key for exit
Feb 14, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
74x,04m,74x-rair car communication 04m provide key for exit.
Feb 14, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
74x,04m,74xrepair communication in car 04m provide key for exit
Feb 14, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
74x,57m,04m,74xrepair car communication 57m,provide lock on pit door 04m provide key for exit.
Feb 14, 1998 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
50i.50-main machine field winding hoist instalation damage.
Dec 6, 1995
Resolve
Non-hazardous
50d,#i,46b.50-maiin machine hoist field winding #platform damaged in car 46 hoist cables.
Dec 6, 1995
Resolve

Complaints

Water leak
Heavy flow
Dec 14, 2025 · Apt 3B
Close
Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Oct 21, 2024 · Apt 1A
Close
Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 21, 2024 · Apt 1A
Close
Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Aug 20, 2024 · Apt 18
Close
Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 20, 2024 · Apt 18
Close
Heating
Heat related
Mar 31, 2012 · Apt 2B
Close

Sales history

Date	Price	Type	Units
Dec 5, 2025	Non-market transfer	Office buildings	38

Building details

Building type: Office building (O4)
Year built: 1954
Floors: 27
Residential units: —
Building area: 383,934 ft²
Lot area: 23,414 ft²
Zoning: C5-3
Community board: 106
Council district: 4
Block / lot: 868 / 25
Assessed value: $50,484,600
Landmark / historic district: No

Questions about 261 Madison Avenue

Who owns 261 Madison Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 261 Madison Avenue LLC.

Does 261 Madison Avenue have violations?

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

Is 261 Madison Avenue 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 261 Madison Avenue built?

City records list 1954 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.