131 West 55 Street

Manhattan, NY 10019BBL 1-01008-0015Map

Owner of record: NYC Department Of Cultural Affairs

131 West 55 Street is a theatre built in 1924 in Manhattan, 10019. The owner of record is NYC Department Of Cultural Affairs. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations: 0
DOB violations: 65
ECB violations: 25
HPD complaints: 1

What to know

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No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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No HPD violations

HPD has not cited this building.

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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 · 0

No HPD violations on record

DOB building violations · 65

No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 9b technical report by 2/21/2023
Feb 22, 2023
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 30, 2021
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 6, 2020
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
Cease use due to accident/no device number
Jun 16, 2020
Dob violation - active
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst
Sep 6, 2019
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 4, 2019
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
Cease use
Sep 4, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 4, 2019
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 4, 2019
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 4, 2019
Dob violation - resolved

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Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Feb 21, 2018
Dob violation - active
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
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
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
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 2, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 2, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 29, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 29, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 29, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 22, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 9, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 9, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 11, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 11, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
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 elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 6, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 10, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 10, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 10, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 27, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 27, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 27, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 20, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 20, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 20, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 20, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 3, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 3, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 29, 2005
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 25, 2003
Dob violation - resolved
Facade facade required
L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required
Aug 8, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
1p36262
Jun 19, 2002
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
1p36262
May 24, 2001
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
1p13096
Jun 20, 2000
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
1p13095
Jun 20, 2000
Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 25

Class - 2
Failure to file acceptable amended cycle 9b report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial facades report required by 28-302.5 for control #903094. remedy: file acceptable report.
Jan 16, 2024 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 1
Cease use;97r05:respondent failed to file application and obtain a service equipment permit for the installation of the scissor type material lift as per sec.28-105.2 of the nyc admin code. it is illegal to use
Jun 16, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 1
C/u;97r9:respondent failed to file application and obtain a service equipment permit for the installation of the scissor type material lift as per sec 28-105.2 of the nyc admin code it is illegal to use this ty
Jun 16, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 1
21r09:21-r-09 on 6-16-2020 an illegal solenoid type interlock installed on a scissor lift failed to keep a hoistway door closed at the 1st fl. this resulted in serious injury to a security guard at the location
Jun 16, 2020 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 1
21r9:respondent failed to file application and obtain a service equipment permit for the installation of the scissor type material lift as per sec.28-105.2 of the nyc admin code. illegal interlock not up to cod
Jun 16, 2020 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior building facades and appurtenances. noted: at time of inspection north elevation exp #1 ac units with inadequate supporyt on 3rd and 4th floors. south elevation overlooking courtyar
Oct 1, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 1
Failure to take and provide safety measures sidewalk shed/netting etc where required to protect and secure public safety from documented unsafe facade. the facade technical report (fisp 3 notification) filed un
Feb 26, 2018 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report: periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of rules and regulations. remedy: file the requir
Oct 22, 2003
Resolve
Non-hazardous
70b15. shorten cable for proper run by.
Apr 28, 2003 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
75- 5 year test past due.
Aug 8, 2001
Resolve

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Non-hazardous
75#05. 75-5 year test past due.
Aug 8, 2001
Resolve
Non-hazardous
75#05. 75-5 year test past due.
Aug 8, 2001
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to file an amended round four report acceptable to this department pursuant to rule r.c.n.y 32-03b(5), indicating correction of hazardous conditions described in initial ll10/80 report. remedy: file an
Jan 21, 2000 · Penalty $400
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to carry out permitted work in accordance with applicable laws and regulations in that construction activities are being performed other than on week days between the hours of 7am and 6pm without a var
Mar 27, 1999
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain the exterior slates tiles on roof. tiles are broken, loose, and in dis- repair. remedy: make all repairs in a safe and lawful manner.
Jul 30, 1998 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Operation of a pa without current permit at the 3rd floor rehearsal studio. remedy: obtain a pa permit as required by the administrative code.
Jun 11, 1997
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46h,50#,60#,15#,57o,37#,35o,#o,50#,. "#" thrust bearing on main machine,"60" not enough clearance between buffer and car "15" basement door inter lock "37" contacts "#" car top is very dirty "50" armature under
Dec 22, 1995 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46o,50d,37h,57o,73o,. "37" contacts
Dec 22, 1995 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46o,50o,37h,57o,73o,. "37" contacts
Dec 22, 1995 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied without first obtaining a valid c of o at basement and 1st floor theatres under bldg alt 522-86 and 907/84 has expired temp c/o 100542 dated remedy obtain a vlaid c of o forthwith
Mar 19, 1993 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Operation of a place of assembly theatres (stage 1 and 2) at basement without first obtaining a valid place of assembly permit. remedy: obtain a current pa permit, forthwith
Mar 19, 1993 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Non-hazardous
47h,50f,73b,(73)test&tag
Mar 19, 1991
Resolve
Non-hazardous
47h,60b,62d,64f,73b,(62)wiring (73)wiring&tag
Mar 19, 1991
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Altered bldg occupied without 1st obtaining a valid c of o at basement and 1st fl theaters, alt.#522-86 and 907-84. operation of place of assembly theaters stage 1 & 2 at basement without 1st obtaining a perm
Apr 3, 1990 · Penalty $845
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied without a valid c of o. operation of a pa theatre. remedy:obtain a valid c of o.
Dec 4, 1989 · Penalty $340
Resolve

Complaints

Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 22, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type: Theatre (J4)
Year built: 1924
Floors: 9
Residential units: —
Building area: 181,503 ft²
Lot area: 25,154 ft²
Zoning: C6-6.5
Community board: 105
Council district: 6
Block / lot: 1008 / 15
Assessed value: $18,418,950
Landmark / historic district: INDIVIDUAL LANDMARK

Questions about 131 West 55 Street

Who owns 131 West 55 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is NYC Department Of Cultural Affairs.

Does 131 West 55 Street have violations?

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

Is 131 West 55 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 131 West 55 Street built?

City records list 1924 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.