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315 West 55 Street

Manhattan, NY 10019BBL 1-01046-0023Map

Owner of record: 315 W 55th Owners Corp

315 West 55 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1945 in Manhattan, 10019. It has 42 residential units across 7 floors. The owner of record is 315 W 55th Owners Corp. HPD has recorded 43 housing violations here, most recently on November 2, 2022. 7 of the 43 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
43
DOB violations
24
ECB violations
10
HPD complaints
0

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 2, 2022

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 · 43

  • 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
  • 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.

    Apr 1, 2021

    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
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 1c, 1st story, 3rd apartment from west at north

    Jun 20, 2017 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 20, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Jun 20, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 20, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate at north window in the 1st room from north located at apt 1c, 1st story, 3rd apartment from west at north

    Jun 20, 2017 · Apt 1C

    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.

    Feb 3, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing 5 sty south apt 5f lynch. , section '' ''

    Dec 16, 1994 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of window glass obstruction egress 5 sty south apt 5f. , section '' ''

    Dec 16, 1994 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective window spring balance 5 sty south apt 5f south room. , section '' ''

    Dec 16, 1994 · Apt 5F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective masonry walls & ceiling basement to cellar stys.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration drop ceiling installed east fire passageway.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system 1 sty public hall and on boiler room door.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain center rear at roof.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the stagnant water center rear at roof.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination bulkhead landing public hall stairs 6 sty.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors bulkhead to roof public hall stairs.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors hopper closet 6 sty public hall.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors on walls at or near stairs 3 sty public hall.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed bx cable hopper closet 1 sty public hall.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

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

    Oct 4, 1989

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly secure the loose handrail basement sty lobby public hall stairs.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the east fire passageway.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective masonry ceiling cellar passageway.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes 1 sty balcony rear.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting east fire passageway switch operated.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair by closing so as to be gas tight all openings in the supplyline kitchen sink 3 sty front 2 from east apt 2e. located at apt 2e

    Oct 4, 1989 · Apt 2E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of flex hose used as connections kitchen sink 3 sty front 2 from east apt 2e. located at apt 2e

    Oct 4, 1989 · Apt 2E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing cover switch plate kitchen 3 sty front 2 from east apt 2e. located at apt 2e

    Oct 4, 1989 · Apt 2E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of dampness penetrating ceiling bathroom 3 sty front 2 from east apt 2e. located at apt 2e

    Oct 4, 1989 · Apt 2E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling bathroom 3 sty front 2 from east apt 2e. located at apt 2e

    Oct 4, 1989 · Apt 2E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Replace with new the broken or defective bottom shelf kitchen cabinet sink 3 sty front 2 from east apt 2e. located at apt 2e

    Oct 4, 1989 · Apt 2E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration drop ceiling installed basement sty public hall.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots 4th and 5th sty balconies northwest stack.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective masonry north wall east section rear yard.

    Oct 4, 1989

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit entrance to elevator shaft roof at center.

    Sep 27, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots 2 3 & 4 sty balconies southeast stack.

    Sep 27, 1988

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations 1st sty northeast apt 1c missing. located at apt 1c

    May 29, 1987 · Apt 1C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit entrance door to 2nd sty southeast apt 2e. located at apt 2e

    May 29, 1987 · Apt 2E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective wall tiles at bathtub 6th sty northwest apt 6a bathroom. , section '' ''

    May 29, 1987 · Apt 6A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations 6th sty northwest apt 6a not operational. , section '' ''

    May 29, 1987 · Apt 6A

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 24

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 29, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 22, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 5, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 11, 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
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll11/98-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional

    Dec 2, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 2, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 12, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Feb 27, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 17, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 4, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Mar 21, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade facade required

    L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required

    Aug 8, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 17, 2002

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jan 16, 2002

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p29092

    Sep 6, 2000

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 29, 1996

    Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    1

    Apr 7, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    1

    Apr 25, 1991

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (51) repair or renew floor at main entrance to elevator (52) provide light in motor room

    Dec 19, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 10

  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o #70543 illegal occupancy noted: at cellar level has been converted/occupied as massage parlor "spa 55" with 4 massage rooms, 2 showers, break room, oils and towe

    Aug 25, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Illegal use in a residential district. unlicensed physical treatment establishment, a prohibited use per zr12-10, operating in a r8 district on cellar level. noted: a masseuse offered to perform a full body mas

    Aug 25, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy no#70543. illegal occupancy noted:at basement level converted/occupied as"spa 55" with 4 massage rooms, massage tables, oils, towel, towel heat

    Jul 10, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work without permit. work noted: at basement level erected full height partition walls creating 5 rooms installed waste/water plumbing lines creating a total of tubs, 2 toilets, 2 sinks. new electrical 220 volt

    Jul 10, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Illegal use in a residential district. unlicensed physical treatment establishment. a prohibited use per zr12-10, operating in a r8 districton basement level. noted: a masseuse offered to perform a full body ma

    Jul 10, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended 7th round report acceptable to this department indicating correction of unsafe conditions described iniitial local law 11/98 report rem: file an amended report following remedial repa

    Dec 29, 2011 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to submit a fifth round technical report : periodic inspectionof exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings rules and regulations remedy : file

    Feb 20, 2004 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    B4a/34a

    Nov 17, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to file a report of compliance w/ ll 16/84 certifying to the installation of required fire protection systems. remedy: file report.

    Feb 1, 1999 · Penalty $200

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    8v,

    Apr 21, 1992

    Resolve

Complaints

No HPD complaints in our records

Complaint data is still being backfilled from NYC Open Data.

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Mar 19, 2026Non-market transferCoops - elevator apartments—
Mar 19, 2026Non-market transferCoops - elevator apartments—

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built
1945
Floors
7
Residential units
42
Building area
26,959 ft²
Lot area
5,725 ft²
Zoning
R8
Community board
104
Council district
6
Block / lot
1046 / 23
Assessed value
$3,531,600
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #111742, last renewed Jul 17, 2025.

Questions about 315 West 55 Street

Who owns 315 West 55 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 315 W 55th Owners Corp.

Does 315 West 55 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 43 housing violations at this property.

Is 315 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 315 West 55 Street built?

City records list 1945 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 315 West 55 Street?

It has 42 residential units and 44 units in total.

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