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144 East 40 Street

Manhattan, NY 10016BBL 1-00895-0063Map

Owner of record: Lh 99 LLC

144 East 40 Street is a hotel built in 1931 in Manhattan, 10016. The owner of record is Lh 99 LLC. HPD has recorded 15 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 6 of the 15 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
15
DOB violations
30
ECB violations
11
HPD complaints
40

What to know

Concern
2 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 · 15

  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

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

    Jun 3, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 35 sq ft at ceiling approx 10 sq ft at south wall, approx 5 sq ft at north wall at community bathroom, 2nd story

    Jun 3, 2024

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

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges door at community bathroom, 2nd story

    Jun 3, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures located at b-room 610, 6th story, 2nd b-room from south at west

    Jun 1, 2024 · Apt 610

    Open — 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 30

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test

    Apr 5, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 25, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 22, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 9, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jan 13, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 3, 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 9, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    This pvt replaces pvt 494548

    Dec 11, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 15, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 15, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 5, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Emergency power none

    Ll2604e-emergency power none

    Mar 31, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 29, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional

    Nov 30, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    May 23, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 13, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 6, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 26, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 26, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 1, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll10/80-local law 10/80 - facade facade optional

    Feb 22, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 2, 2001

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p6504

    Jan 8, 1998

    Dob violation - resolved
  • 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
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (51)repair linoleum in car (52)secure top of car

    Jan 9, 1989

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (51)remove weight on slack cable switch

    Oct 21, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 11

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg facade. exp#1, north elevation,in between 7th flr and parapet there is several cracks in stone and damage were observed. rmdy: maintain exterior bldg facade,provide safety

    Jan 19, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.lack of a systemof automatic sprinklers where required.i obseved at 3:10pm inside boiler room with oil boiler,there are no sprinkler heads,as per n.f.p.a. (

    Oct 14, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    100m07 city id tag missing on car station,provide and install.

    Aug 24, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a certificate of cor-rection with the dob fo rnov#35011006m issued on 3/2/13 pursuant to 28204.4 & 1rcny 102-01.plan & permit #120241773-01 dt on sat w/o obtaini

    May 7, 2013 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work after hours w/o variance permit contrary to 28-105.12.5. noted: work in progress in hotel as per plan & permit #120241773-01-ew-ot on saturday w/o 1st obtaining after hours work variance (ahv).

    Mar 2, 2013 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o permit.expired noted:renovation in progress of the sixth flr approx 12 rooms with gut bathrooms @ time of insepction permits#120241773 expired 6/1/10 dob records show no new permit was issued @ time of

    Jun 24, 2010 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliancewith code provisions:periodic insp of exterior walls & appurtenaces asrequired by article 28.302 & the dob rules & regulations.rem:file the

    Apr 28, 2010 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Fail to file an architect/engineer report certifying exit/directional signs are connectedd to emergency power source/storage battery equipment. remedy: file architect/engineer report.

    Jan 27, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to summit an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the d.o.b. rules & regulation

    Nov 28, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to file an amended round five report acceptable to this department pursuant to rule r.c.n.y. 32-03b(5), indicating correction of hazardous conditions described in initial ll11/98 report. remedy : file a

    Jan 27, 2003 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building walls loose & asked mortar of exterior wall above 6 floor cracked and spalling coping store at roof area deteronalted & spalling window & all at floor level remedy; make in

    Feb 28, 2002 · Penalty $180

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 28, 2026 · Apt 208

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 503

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 503

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 503

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    May 30, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Apr 8, 2025 · Apt 201

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 25, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Feb 1, 2025 · Apt 105

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 1, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Feb 1, 2025 · Apt 105

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jan 31, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 5, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 3, 2024 · Apt 310

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jun 25, 2024 · Apt 612

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jun 25, 2024 · Apt 612

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jun 25, 2024 · Apt 612

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jun 25, 2024 · Apt 612

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 30, 2024 · Apt 612

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    May 30, 2024 · Apt 612

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 30, 2024 · Apt 612

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    May 30, 2024 · Apt 612

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 27, 2024 · Apt 612

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 24, 2024 · Apt 612

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 24, 2024 · Apt 612

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 24, 2024 · Apt 612

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    May 24, 2024 · Apt 612

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    May 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    May 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    May 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 9, 2022 · Apt 402

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 7, 2022 · Apt 402

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 15, 2005 · Apt 408

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 15, 2005 · Apt 408

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 15, 2005 · Apt 408

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Feb 15, 2005 · Apt 408

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 19, 2005 · Apt 408

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 4, 2005 · Apt 408

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 4, 2005 · Apt 408

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Jan 4, 2005 · Apt 408

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 4, 2005 · Apt 408

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Hotel (H9)
Year built
1931
Floors
6
Residential units
—
Building area
20,736 ft²
Lot area
4,740 ft²
Zoning
C5-2.5
Community board
106
Council district
4
Block / lot
895 / 63
Assessed value
$2,544,750
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #101080, last renewed Apr 30, 2026.

Questions about 144 East 40 Street

Who owns 144 East 40 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Lh 99 LLC.

Does 144 East 40 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 15 housing violations at this property.

Is 144 East 40 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 144 East 40 Street built?

City records list 1931 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.