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642 9 Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10036BBL 1-01036-0001Map

Owner of record: West 9 Co

642 9 Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10036. It has 16 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is West 9 Co. HPD has recorded 61 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 6 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
61
DOB violations
8
ECB violations
10
HPD complaints
74

What to know

Concern
1 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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
8
About 50% of the building's 16 apartments

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 61

  • 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

    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.

    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.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at east wall at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Mar 5, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at east wall at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Mar 5, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective unleveled/ slopping wood subfloor at intermediate landing at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Mar 5, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of sildebolt capable of being locked at bulkhead door

    Mar 5, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall at public hall stairs, 3rd story

    Feb 27, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall at public hall stairs, 4th story

    Feb 27, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of slide bolt capable of being lock at bulkhead door at public hall

    Feb 27, 2020

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors at bulkhead

    Nov 19, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of slide bolt capable of being pad locked installed at bulkhead door

    Nov 19, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes consisting of household items at 2nd sty balcony, west stack at fire escape

    Jun 20, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of air conditioner at 2nd fire escape window from south at 2nd sty balcony, west stack at fire escape

    Jun 20, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Jun 20, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 4rs, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 4RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock set installed on door to room with fire escape window in the 1st room from east located at apt 4rs, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 21, 2019 · Apt 4RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit door in the entrance located at apt 3rn, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 18, 2018 · Apt 3RN

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 5rn, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 18, 2018 · Apt 5RN

    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.

    Nov 6, 2017

    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 24, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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

    Oct 4, 2016

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    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.

    Feb 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective counter balance upper and lower windows in the 1st room from east located at apt 3rs, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 1, 2014 · Apt 3RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective upper and lower window counter balance in the kitchen located at apt 3rs, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 1, 2014 · Apt 3RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective west window sash in the 1st room from east located at apt 3rs, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Oct 1, 2014 · Apt 3RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom at entrance to apt located at apt 4rs, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 10, 2011 · Apt 4RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east located at apt 4rs, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 10, 2011 · Apt 4RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4rs, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 10, 2011 · Apt 4RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3fn, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 22, 2010 · Apt 3FN

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system south at cellar

    Oct 22, 2010

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electric bell buzzer i ntercom system in the entrance located at apt 3rs, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 26, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 3rs, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 26, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective bell-intercom box in the kitchen located at apt 3rs, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Apr 23, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet , in the bathroom located at apt 3rs, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Apr 23, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective wood foor in the kitchen located at apt 3rs, 3rd story, apartment at south

    Apr 23, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system in the entrance located at apt 3rs, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 27, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 3rs, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 27, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3rs, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 27, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3rs, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 27, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective brickwork chimney roof at northeast.

    Mar 25, 1996

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes tv antenna & wood west party wall fire escape 5 sty balcony.

    Mar 25, 1996

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots west party wall fire escape 2 sty balcony.

    Mar 25, 1996

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the roof thru out.

    Mar 25, 1996

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarded clg cellar at northwest.

    Mar 25, 1996

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots cans etc party wall balconies at southeast.

    Mar 25, 1996

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the north air shaft.

    Mar 25, 1996

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots 2nd 3rd 4th & 5th sty west fire escape balconies.

    Mar 25, 1996

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling cellar at south west.

    Mar 25, 1996

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 8

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Ftc w/commissioner's order control#347876 vio#091825pi10401tc dated 09/18/25 requiring owner to start bldg repairs under permit. as of 11/12/25 there are no jobs filed in bis or dob now to repair bldg immed comply w/commissioner's order control#347876 vio#091825pi10401tc to repair the bldg under permit

    Nov 12, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Ftm bldg in a code compliant manner. obsvd missing mortar @ exp1 below 2fl windows obsvd step cracks and missing mortar @ exp4. obsvd spalling patches & deteriorated mortar & window sills throughout bldg owner to immed retain nyspe to eval the entire bldg determine struct stab prepare/file repair dwgs repair bldg under permit

    Sep 18, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Aug 12, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 10

  • Class - 2

    Work without permit at 2023 one awning with sign &one poster sign with green background . approx. awning size 15ft x5ft h x4ft d mention on awning "lovely's" and bottom of window one poster sign approx.10ft w x

    Nov 24, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Electrical work without a permit. outdoor electrical sign: no app on file for electrical sign. "<3 pizza ny". remedy: obtain permit.

    Jun 9, 2014 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Electrical work without a permit. outdoor electrical sign: no app on file for electrical sign. "pizza wings beer". remedy: obtain permit.

    Jun 9, 2014 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Electrical work without a permit. outdoor electrical sign: no app on file for electrical sign. "<3 pizza ny". remedy: obtian permit.

    Jun 9, 2014 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Electrical work without a permit. outdoor electrical sign. no app for electrical sign. "<3 pizza ny". remedy: obtain permit.

    Jun 9, 2014 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment, apparatus, materials, devices, appliances or wiring in use. inside the restaurant i love pizza new york: flexible cords use as permanent wiring, defective flu

    Jun 9, 2014 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Work w/o permit noted installation of sign canopy w/text including,"1 pizzany" approx dimensions 10'x 3'x 1 1/2'ht.rem:obtain all required permits forthwith.

    Jun 3, 2014 · Penalty $200

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work does not conform to approved construction documents/amendments noted: the following conditions: work being done at apt 5rs & 5rn, demising has metal stud drop ceiling attached to well studs which are bur

    Nov 22, 2010 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. upon inspection witnessed in cellar the removal andrepairs on 17 gas meters as per dept records no permit for pl or laa on file. partial stop work order posted except to make safe. remedy:

    Sep 14, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg due to fire. 1) roof is open. 2) facade in disrepair. 3) chimney at 5th flr is leaning. possible collapse. remedy: maintain bldg. make site safe.

    Aug 12, 2010

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 31, 2019 · Apt 2RS

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 31, 2019 · Apt 2RS

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 15, 2019 · Apt 4RF

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 13, 2019 · Apt 4RS

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 30, 2016 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 24, 2015 · Apt 2FN

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Apr 3, 2015 · Apt 2FN

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 18, 2014 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 18, 2014 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 22, 2014 · Apt 3RF

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Aug 22, 2014 · Apt 3RF

    Close
  • General

    Fire-escape

    Jul 30, 2012 · Apt 5RN

    Close
  • General

    Fire-escape

    Jul 30, 2012 · Apt 5RN

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 30, 2012 · Apt 5RN

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jul 30, 2012 · Apt 5RN

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 30, 2012 · Apt 5RN

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 30, 2011 · Apt 5RS

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Apr 25, 2011 · Apt 4RS

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 25, 2011 · Apt 4RS

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Apr 25, 2011 · Apt 4RS

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 25, 2011 · Apt 4RS

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 25, 2011 · Apt 4RS

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Apr 25, 2011 · Apt 4RS

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 25, 2011 · Apt 4RS

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 25, 2011 · Apt 4RS

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Dec 13, 2010 · Apt 4RS

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Dec 13, 2010 · Apt 4RS

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 10, 2010 · Apt 3FS

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 30, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 19, 2010 · Apt 3FN

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    May 12, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    May 12, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Apr 10, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 10, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Apr 10, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Apr 10, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 30, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 30, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 30, 2010 · Apt 5FN

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 30, 2010 · Apt 5RN

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 29, 2010 · Apt 3FS

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 29, 2010 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 28, 2010 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Electric

    Bell-buzzer/intercom

    Mar 24, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 24, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 24, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Mar 24, 2010 · Apt 3RS

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Apr 30, 2007 · Apt 2RS

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 30, 2007 · Apt 2RS

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 30, 2007 · Apt 2RS

    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
1920
Floors
5
Residential units
16
Building area
11,897 ft²
Lot area
2,510 ft²
Zoning
R8
Community board
104
Council district
3
Block / lot
1036 / 1
Assessed value
$3,109,950
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #102647, last renewed Aug 8, 2025.

Questions about 642 9 Avenue

Who owns 642 9 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is West 9 Co.

Does 642 9 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 61 housing violations at this property.

Is 642 9 Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 50% of its 16 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 642 9 Avenue built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 642 9 Avenue?

It has 16 residential units and 20 units in total.

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