15 East 20 Street
Manhattan, NY 10003BBL 1-00875-0070Map
Owner of record: The National Arts Club
15 East 20 Street is a public assembly built in 1844 in Manhattan, 10003. It has 48 residential units across 13 floors. The owner of record is The National Arts Club. HPD has recorded 25 housing violations here, most recently on November 17, 2025. 17 of the 25 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 25
- DOB violations
- 57
- ECB violations
- 20
- HPD complaints
- 46
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 25
- IInformation / order
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 17, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 29, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 2, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 8, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 16, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 4, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective door lock and assembly at building entrance , 1st story
Jan 14, 2013
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at 8 sty southwest apt 8d. , section '' ''
Feb 4, 1999 · Apt 8D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at 12 sty southeast apt 12c. located at apt 12c
Feb 4, 1999 · Apt 12C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing outlet cover north wall southwest room 5 sty southwest apt 5d. , section '' ''
Jul 25, 1990 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to roof public hall at bulkhead r124.
Jul 31, 1986
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of consisting of bicycle at 10th sty public hall r125.
Jul 31, 1986
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of consisting of bicycle at 9th sty public hall r126.
Jul 31, 1986
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of consisting of ladder at 8th sty public hall r127.
Jul 31, 1986
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding walls at bulkhead to roof.
Jul 31, 1986
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-19.07 adm code 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 night inspection light not on.
Jun 24, 1986
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.
Jan 20, 1982
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.
Jan 20, 1982
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors pub hall bulkhead to roof.
Oct 30, 1978
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes north all stys.
Oct 30, 1978
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective electric clg light fixture 11 sty pub hall.
Oct 30, 1978
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycle stored 10 to 11 sty pub hall stair.
Oct 30, 1978
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-19.05 adm code provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination pub halls all stys.
Oct 30, 1978
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of household items 10 sty pub hall.
Oct 30, 1978
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-32.01 adm code discontinue unlawful cooking space or file plans and application with this department to legalize same, if lawfully feasible, 4 sty front west apt.
Oct 10, 1975
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 57
- No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 9a technical report by 02/21/2022
Feb 22, 2022
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 25, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 25, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Install approximately 60 linear feet sidewalk shed along east 19th and approximately 60 linear feet sidewalk shed along east 20th street
Jan 3, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Borough commissioner has issued a stop work order under application # 122632035, due to applicant or contractor withrawal. stop all work immediatley and make site safe
Jun 25, 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 - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 5, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 5, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 22, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test
Sep 15, 2017
Dob violation - active
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- Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 2, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Feb 17, 2017
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 2, 2017
Dob violation - active - Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 2, 2016
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2016
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jun 2, 2016
Dob violation - active - Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2015
Mar 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Dec 10, 2014
Dob violation - active - No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 7a technical report by 02/21/2012
Jan 31, 2013
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 2, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 17, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 13, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 13, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 3, 2012
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jan 1, 2012
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 11, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 10, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 10, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 6, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 13, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 27, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 27, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Oct 1, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 20, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 19, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Mar 30, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Mar 30, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p3830
Mar 14, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 31, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 31, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p3829
Jan 30, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p3829
Jun 28, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p3830
Mar 13, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p3830
Jan 7, 1999
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p3829
Jan 7, 1999
Dob violation - resolved - 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
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 20
- Class - 2
Removeal of sidewalk shed and other safety measures w/o dept approval at time of inspection building facades were still designated as unsafe amended technical report (tr6) received from pe ira on 4/8/22 had not
Apr 19, 2022
Resolve - Class - 2
Bc3301.7 failure to maintain documents at job site.at time of inspection observed 13 story occupied bldg with facade and roof work in progress.during inspection noted that contractor installed supported scaffol
Sep 8, 2021
Resolve - Class - 2
Cover missing from electrical control at burner-no drip under back flow preventer valve-dogleg missing at front of boiler; correct all violating conditions, submit a certificate of correction.
May 17, 2021 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file acceptable amended cycle 7a and 8a report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial facades report required by 28-302.5 for control#802584.rem:file acceptable report.
Jun 3, 2020
Resolve - Class - 2
32h10,42j15,70o02,41t07. 32h10-excessive movement of ride, possible worn guide shoes, repair; 42u15-controller not tagged with brake tag, tag device; 70o02-dirty pit, clean; 41t07-door for overhead sheaves not
May 10, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
Failuer to file an acceptable cycle 7 technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28-302 & the dept of bldgs rules & regulat
Apr 21, 2014 · Penalty $800
Active - Class - 1
39x10,05j01,67l10,01l10,17h11,17d06,52o02,39l10,39q03,29d06,56y13,40y02,59y02,59j01,42g11,98bb05,40m07,37t07,70t07,71x10,70z02,70q03,53b14,58h10,76m07,76o02,72b11,45b16,16q03,37q03: class item:39x;repair car to
Jul 24, 2012 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
45m07,01m07 45m-governor seal missing recalibration and properly seal 01m-red insulated stop switch handle missing.
Mar 29, 2011 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
45m07 01m07. 45m-governor seal missing-(recalibrate & seal). 01m-red insulated cover missing on emg stop switch.
Jan 19, 2011 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 2
45b16. 45b-provide safe & conveniant access to overherd wheel room & governor.
Jan 19, 2011 · Penalty $500
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Operation of a pa w/o a permit. (current pa permit). noted: at 1st flrwest side of bldg in picture gallery having tables & chairs arranged for seating for approx 120 persons w/bar included. known as national
Oct 22, 2010 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 3
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c/o or bldg dept records. noted: 8th fl area is being used as an art gallery, "foundation 2021", w/works of art occupying walls 4 pts of floors, mezzanine & office.
Sep 5, 2008 · Penalty $400
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. noted: mushroom exhaust vent at roof (on top of elevator housing) is not securely or structurally attached. it is tied down by rope in 2 places & anchored to
Sep 5, 2008 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
39p16,13l10,12q07,03i10,31h10,37q07,39o02,28h10,66o02,25w07,84n10,08u01,11o02,02l10,55y13,51h12,53h12.39-overload no access.39-raw sewage.66-raw sewage.84-smoke detector disabled.02-car comm.
Nov 29, 2007 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
40w07,55y13,59q07,3q07,63m07,66q07,66z13,66o02,13l10,84i10,09h10,68o02,51o02,67o07.34-in mr.66-raw sewage.84-car stop switch.09-floor covering loose & pulled up.
Nov 29, 2007 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Hazardous
Approved plans for a two pt suspended scaffold not available for insp licensed rigger designated an unqualified foreman (no proper foreman id) no certifcates of fitness for workers
Apr 12, 2006
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide 10x12 elevator landing signs on all floors.failure to provide 3"floor number signs at stair landing on all floor. failure to provide 3" letter elevator i.d. signs on all the floor remedy:
Sep 10, 2002
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a pemrit. work noted. having installed a wooden roof deckand flowes planters at north west section of roof about 40 sq. ft areamade of 2"x4". remedy:obtain permit form this department if feaible
May 28, 1993 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work done without a permit. installed a garden decking with pots and plans, placing a numbet of large plants on top of the east side of parapet wall note decking is built of 2x4 location p.h.. remedy obtain a
May 11, 1990 · Penalty $710
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit work noted having installed a wooden roof deck and flowers planters at north west section of roof aboutn 40sq ft area made of 2x4" failure to maintain defect is wire mesh protect at sky li
Nov 16, 1989 · Penalty $450
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 23, 2022 · Apt 1G
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Nov 23, 2022 · Apt 1G
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Nov 23, 2022 · Apt 1G
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 23, 2022 · Apt 1G
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 23, 2022 · Apt 1G
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 26, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Jul 30, 2020 · Apt 5G
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 17, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 17, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 17, 2015 · Apt 8C
Close
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- Electric
Electric-supply
Sep 10, 2013 · Apt 1D
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jul 25, 2013 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Doors
Jul 25, 2013 · Apt 1D
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 25, 2013 · Apt 1D
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 25, 2013 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Doors
May 28, 2013 · Apt 1D
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 28, 2013 · Apt 1D
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
May 28, 2013 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Locks
May 21, 2013 · Apt 1D
Close - Electric
Lighting
May 21, 2013 · Apt 1D
Close - Electric
Lighting
Dec 17, 2012 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Locks
Dec 17, 2012 · Apt 1D
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 17, 2012 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Doors
Oct 17, 2012 · Apt 1D
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 17, 2012 · Apt 1D
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Sep 24, 2012 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Doors
Sep 24, 2012 · Apt 1D
Close - Electric
Lighting
Sep 24, 2012 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Doors
Jun 5, 2012 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Doors
Jun 5, 2012 · Apt 1D
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 15, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 11, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Aug 11, 2011 · Apt 2A
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Apr 29, 2011 · Apt 1D
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Apr 28, 2011 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Cabinet
Apr 28, 2011 · Apt 1D
Close - Electric
Lighting
Mar 27, 2011 · Apt 1D
Close - Plumbing
Shower-stall
Mar 27, 2011 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Doors
Oct 16, 2010 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Cabinet
Oct 16, 2010 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Floor
Oct 16, 2010 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Doors
Oct 16, 2010 · Apt 1D
Close - General
Locks
Oct 16, 2010 · Apt 1D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 16, 2010 · Apt 1D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 19, 2010 · Apt 8C
Close - General
Stairs
Nov 18, 2007 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Public assembly (P2)
- Year built
- 1844
- Floors
- 13
- Residential units
- 48
- Building area
- 85,279 ft²
- Lot area
- 10,902 ft²
- Zoning
- R8B
- Community board
- 106
- Council district
- 2
- Block / lot
- 875 / 70
- Assessed value
- $3,815,100
- Landmark / historic district
- INDIVIDUAL LANDMARK
HPD registration #136729, last renewed Dec 3, 2025.
Questions about 15 East 20 Street
Who owns 15 East 20 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is The National Arts Club.
Does 15 East 20 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 25 housing violations at this property.
Is 15 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 15 East 20 Street built?
City records list 1844 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 15 East 20 Street?
It has 48 residential units and 49 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.