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129 Lexington Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10016BBL 1-00884-0063Map

Owner of record: Christopher David Chen, Trustee

129 Lexington Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10016. It has 9 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Christopher David Chen, Trustee. HPD has recorded 140 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 37 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
140
DOB violations
15
ECB violations
9
HPD complaints
8

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 29, 2026

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 · 140

  • 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 29, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 17, 2025

    Open — Info 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.

    Jun 4, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 22, 2024

    Open — Info 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.

    Apr 1, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Open — Info 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.

    Mar 15, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 2, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Open — Info 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

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 9, 2018

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at bulkhead at roof

    Sep 18, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide a piece of garden hose 10 feet in length with female coupling and a 10 quart pail on premises to test sprinkler system. at public hall, 4th story

    Sep 18, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal double cylinder key operated locking device at door at building entrance

    Sep 18, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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, 2016

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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 1, 2015

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • 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.

    Feb 2, 2015

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and east wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 16, 2001 · Apt 3

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of waterstained ceiling and east wall in the kitchen located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 16, 2001 · Apt 3

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and walls in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 16, 2001 · Apt 3

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors , in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 16, 2001 · Apt 3

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 16, 2001 · Apt 3

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing [zanis] in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jul 16, 2001 · Apt 3

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the plywood and plastic bags at lobby, 1st story

    Apr 9, 2001

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material. at public hall

    Dec 6, 2000

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.

    Dec 6, 2000

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the all stories at public hall stairs

    Dec 6, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective vestibule door closer 1st. sty at public hall

    Aug 30, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the 1st sty at public hall

    Aug 30, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall

    Jun 18, 2000

    Open — Not complied with
  • 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 , at public hall

    Jun 18, 2000

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wires in ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 18, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wiring ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 14, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the dirty and grimy floors at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 14, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock installed on entrance door to building at front areaway

    Jun 14, 2000

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal cornice building front at open space, roof

    Jun 14, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective spalling bronstone at 4th story north window sill at front areaway

    Jun 14, 2000

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system cellar door locked.

    Jun 30, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system 1 sty public hall and on boiler room door.

    Jun 30, 1999

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of furniture public hall 4 sty.

    Jun 30, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective bulkhead door roof.

    Jun 30, 1999

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead door roof.

    Jun 30, 1999

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors missing all stys.

    Jun 2, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling fire retardant material cellar front section.

    Jun 2, 1999

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of flower pots and garbage roof.

    Jun 2, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead door roof.

    Jun 2, 1999

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 15

  • 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 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    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
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 2, 2001

    Dob violation - active
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  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 23, 1996

    Vp-violation unserved ecb-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 23, 1996

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 23, 1990

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 9

  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide approved/accepted plans at job site at time of inspection. noted: plan not available for review at time of inspection. for the sidewalk shed. remedy: provide approved plans.

    Oct 12, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec-28-104.7.7-failure to file tr1 form & designate operations subjectto controlled inspection(special inspection) on plans prior to the commencement of work under controlled inspection(special inspection) appl

    Jan 12, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec-302.1.1-failure to provide required fire/smoke separation between boiler room & primary occupancy.noted @ time of inspection approx 2ft x 5ft area of ceiling in boiler room has been removed compromising the

    Jan 12, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to safeguard all persons & property affected by construction operations observed recent smoking refuse within construction site.noted @ time of inspection observed smoking on 1st fl & cellar in violatio

    Jan 12, 2010 · Penalty $6,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Sec. 3314.9. supported scaffold does not meet bldg code specifications. noted: observed a wood scaffold approx 22' long x 60' high on top ofsidewalk shed. application #120165784. stop all work on supported

    Jan 12, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sidewalk shed does not meet code specifications. noted: sidewalk shed installed under application #120165784 at 300 psf. when supporting a supported scaffold 40' or higher under a different application code

    Jan 12, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide approved/accepted plans at job site at time of inspection. noted: plans not available for review at time of inspection for the wood supported scaffold. remedy: provide approved plans.

    Jan 12, 2010 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Unknown

    Work without a permit interior partitions erected & taken down on the 2 floor remedy stop all work until a permit has been obtained from this dept

    Apr 13, 1989 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall defect is the awning at 1 sty front is defective , shingles are defective and loose. remedy repair loose and defective shingles or remove awning

    Jul 15, 1988 · Penalty $250

    Active

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 30, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 15, 2026 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 9, 2025 · Apt 5

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 17, 2013 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C7)
Year built
1910
Floors
5
Residential units
9
Building area
6,549 ft²
Lot area
1,747 ft²
Zoning
C6-2A
Community board
106
Council district
2
Block / lot
884 / 63
Assessed value
$1,779,750
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #135396, last renewed Apr 8, 2009.

Questions about 129 Lexington Avenue

Who owns 129 Lexington Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Christopher David Chen, Trustee.

Does 129 Lexington Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 140 housing violations at this property.

Is 129 Lexington 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 129 Lexington Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 129 Lexington Avenue?

It has 9 residential units and 10 units in total.

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