140 East 31 Street
Manhattan, NY 10016BBL 1-00886-0058Map
Owner of record: 138-140 LLC
140 East 31 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10016. It has 35 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 138-140 LLC. HPD has recorded 78 housing violations here, most recently on June 23, 2026. 9 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 7 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 78
- DOB violations
- 23
- ECB violations
- 18
- HPD complaints
- 285
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 78
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 6th story
Jun 23, 2026
Open — Nov certified on time - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 6th story
Jun 23, 2026
Open — Nov certified on time - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at firedoor leading to public stair 1 at public hall, 1st story
Apr 10, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing consisting of a kick stopper installed at bottom of front entrance door to apt. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 14, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... at public hall, 1st story
Jun 14, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... at public hall, 1st story
Jun 14, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing consisting of kick stopper installed at bottom of vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Jun 14, 2022
Closed — Violation closed - 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.
Feb 15, 2022
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.
Feb 15, 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 1, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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 1, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 16, 2019 · Apt 1B
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - 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.
Oct 25, 2019
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.
Oct 5, 2018
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.
Oct 5, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches located at b-room 29, 2nd story, 2nd b-room from south at west
Mar 31, 2018 · Apt 29
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and walls at community bathroom, 2nd story
Mar 31, 2018
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and all walls at community bathroom, 2nd story
Mar 31, 2018
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches at community bathroom, 2nd story
Mar 31, 2018
Open — Nov sent out - 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 6, 2017
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 6, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 6c, 6th story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Dec 15, 2015 · Apt 6C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit lower windows saches in the entire apartment located at apt 6c, 6th story, 3rd apartment from west at north
Dec 15, 2015 · Apt 6C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Nov 24, 2015
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 14, 2012 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 14, 2012 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective eletrical outlets west wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 14, 2012 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 14, 2012 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective bell in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 14, 2012 · Apt 3B
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose ceiling light fixture in the 1st room from east located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 14, 2012 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance lower sash window in the 1st room from east located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 14, 2012 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance of bottom sash in the 2nd room from north located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jan 23, 2012 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the room located at b-room 3b, 2nd story, 2nd b-room from south at west
Jan 23, 2012 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the room located at b-room 3b, 2nd story, 1st b-room from south at west
Aug 17, 2011 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance lower sash window in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 17, 2011 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the room located at b-room 3b, 2nd story, 2nd b-room from south at west
Aug 17, 2011 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and all walls at vestibule , 1st story
Aug 10, 2011
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at east wall at vestibule , 1st story
Aug 10, 2011
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and all walls at public hall, 2nd story
Aug 10, 2011
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 2nd story
Aug 10, 2011
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and all walls at public hall, 1st story
Aug 10, 2011
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 1st story
Aug 10, 2011
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective counter balance at lower sash in the 1st room from east located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Aug 10, 2011 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and west wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Aug 10, 2011 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective window spring balance in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 10, 2011 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 3b, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
May 10, 2011 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the walls in the 1st room from east located at b-room 3b, 3rd story, 2nd b-room from south at west
Feb 8, 2011 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color unkeyed plaster at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at b-room 3b, 3rd story, 2nd b-room from south at west
Feb 8, 2011 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood flooring in the 1st room from east located at b-room 3b, 2nd story, 2nd b-room from south at west
Feb 8, 2011 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Provide a manager who shall be responsible for the conduct, operation and maintenance of premises and who shall live on premises or be regularly present therein. at public hall, 1st story
Mar 30, 2010
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 23
- 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 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 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 - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 3, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 20, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 26, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 15, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 20, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Miscellanrous vilations failure to comply with a order to stop work by the department noted at time of inspection contractor was working in apartment 4c & 4 also working in cellar doing underpinning at exp 4 re medy: comply with notice of violation stop work immediately
Oct 8, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Stop all work underpinning does not conform to approved plans typical opins constructed 4 feet wide instead of required 3 feet max " pins ar e approx 43 inches high instead 2' 6" as shown on plans pins construct ed without wedge and dry pack grout for lead transfor remedy: stop all work forthwith submit plans and specialing reports to sep ex for eng
Sep 25, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Stop all work inadequate details on approved plans for temporary shori ng joist replacement and first floor construction sequance flooting & connection design for existing columns to remain where new box means layout intersects exiting girders remedy: stop all work submit plans f or sep ex review 212 442-1544
Sep 25, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 18
- Class - 2
Found duct work going through boiler room and not fire rated, all duct work shall be fire rated.
Aug 23, 2022
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code complaint manner. upon physical inspection found sprinkler system equipped w/sprinkler booster pump partially inoperable - (3pc) booter not working,alarm monitoring system
Jul 25, 2012 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to protect sides of excavation. excavation on going under permit #110045996. upon inspection contractor excavated approx 11ft shear cut w/o any protection or support of excavation. immediate corrective
Jul 25, 2012 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Sec. 3309.6 failure to monitor adjoining structures for movement in all directions during excavation related activity that may adversely affect adjoining structures. excavation work on going under permit #
Jul 25, 2012 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Work does not conform to approved construction document & or amendments work on going under permit 110045996. upon inspection contractor excavated in rear yard & failed to provide approved shoring. excavation
Jul 25, 2012 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safe guard all persons & property affected by construction operations upon inspection under permit #11045996. observed siamese connection at exp 1 of this 6 story occupied building. enclosed in locke
Jul 25, 2012 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction documents/amendments appl # 110367834 alt type 2. plan shows conversion of class "b"apts into class a apts alt type 1 needs to be filed to change occupancy. stop
Feb 11, 2010 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to provide approved/accepted plans at job site at time of inspection. noted: at time of inspection contractor failed to provide a full set of plans. job #120057268. remedy: provide plans.
Oct 8, 2009 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Sec. 3301.2;27-1009a. failure to provide 3'6" guard rails around all flr and perimeter openings. noted at time of inspection contractor failed to provide guard rails around open excavation in cellar thru-out.
Oct 8, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Fail to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: there is a gooseneck ladder frm roof to fire escape on east side of the bldg but roofdoes not have any parapet railing on east & south perimeters to preven
Aug 25, 2009 · Penalty $1,000
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- Class - 2
Fail to comply w.comm order to file a certificate of correction w.dob noted: respondent failed to comply w.comm order to correct the violating conditions & file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-204.2
Aug 25, 2009 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Work without permit observed plumbing & sprinkler work being installed without permits. all work installed is new in apt 4b on 2nd floor. rem: obtain permit or restore premises to prior legal conditions.
Jun 26, 2009 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to have new or altered plumbing system tested. observed new plumbing & sprinkler work installed in apt 4b on 2nd floor. rem: perform test.
Jun 26, 2009 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction documents/amendments. posted appl 110412214 & 110367834 or any recorded documents @ the dob did not indicate the combining of bldg 140 e 31 st & 138 e 31 st by wa
Mar 3, 2009 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. noted: at roof goose neck ladder from fire escape does not have roof railings at building perimeter top flr public hall bathroom has crack plaster wall &
Mar 3, 2009 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit work noted at basement level created opening in party wall approx 5x4 electrical work as well note opening created between both basements 140 & 138 e 31st st stop all work remedy: obtain
Oct 21, 2008 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 3
B354,32,50,50a,50b,50c,40d. 50 need check valve for backflow preventor50a smoke pipe need to be secured w/ hanger in middle. 50b repipe manifold for pressure trols and gauge to have w/ plug to clean out. 50c
Sep 10, 2008 · Penalty $100
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg wall or appurtenances.defect noted:bldg having at air shaft leader(down spout).corroded through out displaced,causing accumulation of storm water &(perneates) into cellar.remedy:replace
Aug 14, 2008 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 22, 2026 · Apt 73
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt BASEME
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Sep 29, 2023 · Apt 30
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 29, 2023 · Apt 30
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 4, 2022 · Apt 40
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 4, 2022 · Apt 40
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 8, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 8, 2021 · Apt UNIT73
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 10, 2019 · Apt 1B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Aug 12, 2018 · Apt 2B
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 29, 2018 · Apt 29
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 29, 2018 · Apt 29
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 17, 2018 · Apt 12
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 8, 2018 · Apt 3FL
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 8, 2018 · Apt 3FL
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Jan 8, 2018 · Apt 3FL
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 11, 2017 · Apt 42
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Feb 25, 2016 · Apt 6C
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Nov 24, 2015 · Apt 6C
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 24, 2015 · Apt 6C
Close - General
Ventilation system
Feb 7, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Feb 7, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - Electric
Lighting
Feb 7, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 7, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 7, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Windows
Feb 7, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - Electric
Wiring
Feb 7, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Floor
Feb 7, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 7, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Doors
Jan 2, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jan 2, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jan 2, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Windows
Jan 2, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Floor
Jan 2, 2012 · Apt 3B
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Aug 8, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Aug 8, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Windows
Aug 8, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Windows
Aug 8, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - Electric
Lighting
Aug 8, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - Electric
Lighting
Aug 8, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Floor
Aug 8, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 8, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Windows
May 3, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - Electric
Wiring
May 3, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Floor
May 3, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 3, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 3, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Feb 7, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Mold
Feb 7, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Doors
Feb 7, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D3)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 35
- Building area
- 21,236 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,148 ft²
- Zoning
- R8B
- Community board
- 106
- Council district
- 2
- Block / lot
- 886 / 58
- Assessed value
- $1,635,300
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #126021, last renewed Aug 25, 2025.
Questions about 140 East 31 Street
Who owns 140 East 31 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 138-140 LLC.
Does 140 East 31 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 78 housing violations at this property.
Is 140 East 31 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 7 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 20% of its 35 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 140 East 31 Street built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 140 East 31 Street?
It has 35 residential units and 36 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.