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337 West 55 Street

Manhattan, NY 10019BBL 1-01046-0017Map

Owner of record: 335-337 W. 55th St.,

337 West 55 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10019. It has 14 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 335-337 W. 55th St.,. HPD has recorded 67 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 38 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
67
DOB violations
11
ECB violations
19
HPD complaints
40

What to know

Concern
16 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 · 67

  • 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

    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

    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 16, 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

    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 16, 2022

    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, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
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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.

    Oct 26, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice located at b-room 11w, 3rd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Sep 23, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the kitchenette located at b-room 11w, 3rd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Sep 23, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 1st living room from north located at b-room 11w, 3rd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Sep 23, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling throughout in the 1st living room from north located at b-room 11w, 3rd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Sep 23, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st living room from north located at b-room 11w, 3rd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Sep 23, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls loose and unkeyed plaster in the kitchenette located at b-room 11w, 3rd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Sep 23, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material walls throughout building

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material ceiling throughout

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor throughout building

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective upper and lower window sash throughout public hall

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective paving entrance to building at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective loose wooden tread 2nd, 5th , 6 th, 7th, 9 th and 11 th from bottom up between second and third sty. at public hall stairs, 2nd story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Section 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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exopsed electrial wires throughout all stories

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at fixtures entrance to building at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide dwelling with a janitor or responsible person or janitorial service.

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrial wire at water heater at community bathroom, 3rd story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor throughout located at b-room 11w, 3rd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Sep 23, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet .. at community bathroom, 3rd story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub at community bathroom, 3rd story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures water closet , bathtub and wash basin not enough water pressure at community bathroom, 3rd story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures ceiling light fixtures at community bathroom, 3rd story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective door at community bathroom, 3rd story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling loose and unkeyed plaster at community bathroom, 3rd story

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wooden stairs leading to basement at basement

    Sep 23, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures wash basin sink in the room located at b-room 11w, 3rd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Feb 6, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures wash basin sink in the room located at b-room 11w, 3rd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Feb 6, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of painted sprinkler heads at ceiling located at b-room 11w, 3rd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Feb 6, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the missing wire glass at skylite at public hall, 3rd story

    Feb 6, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at 1st community bathroom at public hall, 3rd story

    Feb 6, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at soffit and all walls from basement to at public hall, 3rd story

    Feb 6, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures , located at b-room 11w, 4th story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Feb 6, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures , located at b-room 11w, 4th story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Feb 6, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures , at community bathroom, 3rd story

    Feb 6, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures throughout at community bathroom, 3rd story

    Feb 6, 2015

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 11

  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Remedy: provide approximately 50 linear feet of sidewalk.shed at exp.1 (west 55 street) to.safeguard the public and property

    Feb 9, 2026

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    The dob hereby orders you to stop all work under job #121107765 - except to make site safe

    Mar 9, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    The dob hereby orders you to stop all work under job #121107765 due to applicant withdrawal

    Mar 9, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    May 31, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jul 11, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    May 18, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 9, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Oct 10, 2007

    Vw-violation work without permit - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 18, 2007

    Vw-violation work without permit - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - active
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 22, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 19

  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed a sws @ exp 1 with a expired sws permit. permit has been expired since 6/21/26 and no permit has been issued. comply with bc 105.8.2 bc 106.8.2

    Jul 30, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At (4:30 am) i observed a sidewalk shed erected at exposure# 1 without the required lights on at the underside of the shed and without any lights fixture installed as (3307.6.4.8) requires all sidewalk sheds mu

    Feb 27, 2026 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Observed construction sidewalk shed at exposure one, permit number 121584151-01-eq-sh expired 02/21/2020. failure to renew permit in contrary with 28-105.2 classification of work permits section 8 temporary con

    Feb 12, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard public and property. at time of inspection observed pieces of plaster from underneath 5 floor balcony falling onto street/pedestrian sidewalk. stop all exterior work at exp#1.; bc3301.2, co

    Feb 6, 2026

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35138174j issued on 03/06/17 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for inadequates fall protection at rear of bldg. remedy: compl

    May 8, 2017 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by constructionoperations noted:alt#120945442 at time of inspection observed unsafe conditions:premeter fall protection inadequates.no guard rails at rear

    Mar 6, 2017 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications 3307.6.5.3 responsibility for maintenance & use.noted @ time of inspection cross brace is not attach to shed on exp1 & is hanging.there are bolts missing

    Feb 24, 2016 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sidewalk shed does not meet code spectifications -inoperative lights. noted: at time of inspection, sidewalk shed installed at exposure #1 -all light fixtures on the shed are inoperative. remedy: conform shed

    Apr 3, 2014 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit.@ bsmnt level having breecjed thru demissing wall to connect 335 w/ 337 on w 55 st.also note @ 337 west 55 st base level an approx 10'x16' horizontal,1 story extension @ rear w/ electric & wat

    Apr 13, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cert of occupancy.noted:@ the bsmnt level the bldg is currently occupied as a concierge/office of the sro hotel & common kitchen & recreation room & bathroom w/ a tub &

    Apr 13, 2012 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by cert of occupancy#27729 which indicates legal occupancy#27729 which indicates legal occupancy of bsmnt as 1 class 'a' apt.now exists @ bsmnt level a transient hotel office,

    Apr 14, 2011 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to c of o #27729 which indicates legal occupancy of basement as 1 class'a' apt basement occupied as transient hotel office,community kitchen & common room w/3 internet access stations (comput

    Feb 15, 2011 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction. note: respondent failed to certify & file for nov #34891131n. remedy: comply w/code.

    Jan 20, 2011 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to c/o &/or bldg dept.records.noted c/o#27729 indicates 1 class"a"apt.for basement use.observed transient hotel office community kitchen/& common rm w/3 internet access computers in basement

    Nov 16, 2010 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with an order of the commissioner to file a certificate of correction with the dept of buildings for open ecb nov #34754488p. remedy: comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate

    Nov 16, 2010 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec 208.301.1 & 27-959(a)(3) fail to provide siamese fire dept connection where required witnessed no siamese connection installed at at hospice bldg 14 floors also lounge area on the first floor not covered by

    Oct 5, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permits. work noted: at rear yard level a 1 sty horizontal wood extension built creating a laundry room w/new electrical & plumbinglines as well as washers & dryers. noted: at bsmt level an opening

    Jan 26, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o #27729. illegal occupancy noted: a legal apt at bsmt level & 4 class "b" multiple dwellings from 1st-3rd, on each flr. flrs are now occupied as a primary use transient

    Jan 26, 2010 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to c of o 27729 basement converted from 1 apt to mgmt office for class b- transient mult dwell. (photos) first offense. remedy: cease illegal occupancy forthwith.

    Sep 18, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jan 19, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 30, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 30, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 30, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Sep 30, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roofing

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • General

    Janitor/super

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 17, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 4, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Feb 28, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 9, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 9, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 7, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 7, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Sprinkler

    Feb 6, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 2, 2015 · Apt 114W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 30, 2015 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 1, 2014 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Sep 22, 2011 · Apt 11W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 22, 2011 · Apt 11W

    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 (C5)
Year built
1920
Floors
3
Residential units
14
Building area
3,684 ft²
Lot area
1,506 ft²
Zoning
R8
Community board
104
Council district
6
Block / lot
1046 / 17
Assessed value
$237,600
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #117618, last renewed Sep 28, 2021.

Questions about 337 West 55 Street

Who owns 337 West 55 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 335-337 W. 55th St.,.

Does 337 West 55 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 67 housing violations at this property.

Is 337 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 337 West 55 Street built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 337 West 55 Street?

It has 14 residential units.

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