517 West 49 Street
Manhattan, NY 10019BBL 1-01078-0020Map
Owner of record: Homes For The Homeless Institute, INC.
517 West 49 Street is a care facility built in 1986 in Manhattan, 10019. The owner of record is Homes For The Homeless Institute, INC.. HPD has recorded 2 housing violations here, most recently on September 6, 2025.
- HPD violations
- 2
- DOB violations
- 64
- ECB violations
- 36
- HPD complaints
- 18
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 2
- CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 6h, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 6, 2025 · Apt 6H
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the foyer located at apt 7e, 7th story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 28, 2014 · Apt 7E
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 64
- Construction other optional
Ftm. obsrvd on exp 1 s.elev: cracks in parapet masonry @ 11th flr & 13 flr setback (brick and stone work). exp 3 n.elev: stepcracks in brick work @ 11 flr setback parapet, missing damaged mortar @ multiple location on 11 flr. remedy: repair and or replace damage masonry (bricks & stone work; mortar joints.)
Apr 13, 2026
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner as per section 28.301.1 of the nyc admin code. noted at time of inspection observed vertical crack on exposure 1. also at roof elevation north vertical step cracks & roof elevation on 11th floor set back broken glass remedy: repair and/or replace
Nov 24, 2025
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Failuure to maintain building in code compliant manner.observed loose broken off stucco at gravity tank wall.crack at 14th floor setback arc h wall over exp1.crack glass brick at bulkhead stair a.observed crack coping stone at other setback area of exp3 such as glass,brick,cracks remedy:repair and/or replace
Aug 15, 2025
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 22, 2025
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to correct swarmp conditions (facade) facade required
Failure to correct swarmp conditions
Nov 1, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 4, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
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-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
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-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Hazardous condition (facade) facade required
Cycle 9b unsafe report filed
Feb 21, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 9, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 9, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 21, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 21, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 10, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 10, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 15, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 15, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 11, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 11, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 3, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade facade optional
Ll11/98-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Oct 24, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 28, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade optional
Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 30, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 36
- Class - 1
Observed on 10th floor sprinkler heads obstructed. pipe penetrations are on 9th, 8th and basement floor with no fire stop. basement eye wash sinks not vented properly and using jim caps on waste line. bathrooms
Mar 19, 2026 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Class - 2
I observed on the roof top the failure to support the lfmc (sealtite) as required, also noted that the length in use was greater than the allowed 6 feet as per ec 350.12 lfmc must be supported at intervals of 4
Nov 14, 2024 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
I observed in the basement water meter room the water meter jumper detached from the water service pipe, this an essential part of the grounding systems as it provides continuity in the event of the removal of
Nov 14, 2024 · Penalty $600
Resolve - Class - 2
I observed in the rooftop generator room the unpermitted use of emt through the concrete wall without protection from the deteriorating agent of the concrete. as per ec 358.12; ec 358.12, comply with ec code; p
Nov 14, 2024
Resolve - Class - 1
I observed in dob records the submission of a c of c for the use of flexible cords in the rear courtyard a.c units and the sidewalk shed power supply. at the time of my inspection the conditions remain in effec
Nov 14, 2024
Resolve - Class - 1
I observed in dob records the filing of a certificate of corrections #0251356 on 07/25/2023 by vicente moldelo stating the conditions in ecb# 39087884m were corrected. the documents filed were false as the cond
Nov 14, 2024
Resolve - Class - 2
I observed in the rooftop generator room and the basement water meter room the installation of conduit raceways , branch circuit wiring, junction boxes and devices for the emergency lighting and receptacle outl
Nov 14, 2024 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
I observed on the 11th floor roof , the rear courtyard the use of flexible wiring used as permanent wiring from the a.c. condensers to the indoor blower units , also noted the use of an extension cord from the
Nov 14, 2024 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 3
I observed throughout the building the electrical panel branch circuits not or improperly identified as per code., provide circuit directory/id; label/identify branch circuits.
Nov 14, 2024
Resolve - Class - 1
I observed in dob records the permit #m00914191 for the installation of 5 hvac systems, the scope of work in the rear yard now encompasses 9 a.c. units, this permit is outside the scope of work that ecb# 390878
Nov 14, 2024 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
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- Class - 2
I observed in the gas meter room the improper termination of raceways and conductors. the cable and the wiring were hanging with the conductors exposed both should be terminated in a junction box or back to the
Nov 14, 2024
Resolve - Class - 1
Observed missing fire stopping in the mechanical room located on the 15th floor. this is a hazardous because it is giving a way for fire and or smoke to travel., provide/maintain fire stopping
Nov 13, 2024 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Observed painted sprinkler caps on the 14th and 13th floors. as per 102.3 of the plumbing code installations, both existing and new, and parts thereof shall be maintained in proper operating condition in accord
Nov 13, 2024
Resolve - Class - 1
Upon reaching the upper floors where the crew were working, i asked to speak with the person in charge, , jose l isidoro, introduced himself, while reviewing the paperwork and his credentials, his 32 hour suppo
Aug 1, 2023 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
At time of inspection i observed the site was contrary to the s.s.p due to suspended scaff. @exp.#1(supp. scaff. shown with o.h.p.). no supported scaffold shown on roof, approx. 30ft high scaffold erected on si
Aug 1, 2023 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Verizon electrical boxes and wiring mounted/installed in staircase located at cellar level, next to standpipe., repair and/or replace
Jul 27, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
Observed sprinkler flow switch on the second and third floors are not readily accessible for normal or emergency maintenance. as per pc102.3 maintenance. installations, both existing and new, and parts thereof
Jun 6, 2023 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 2
I observed in the rear yard the installation of raceways, branch circuit wiring, overcurrent devices, and disconnect switches for new split a.c units with interconnect wiring to indoor wall mount blowers. no pe
Jun 6, 2023 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
I observed the main electrical room the failure to ground the 400 amp service disconnect switch. i noted the switch bonded but no main ground conductor installed., properly install ground electrode conductor; p
Jun 6, 2023 · Penalty $4,800
Resolve - Class - 1
I observed from the roof area boiler room the temporary wiring for the motorized scaffolds passing through doorways, windows and over brick and concrete edges. this subjects the temporary wiring to physical dam
Jun 6, 2023 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
I observed in the rear courtyard the improper identification of a neutral conductor, i noted a green colored wire connected on the switch gear to a white colored wire. the two colors are not interchangeable, gr
Jun 6, 2023 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
I observed the failure to provide gfci protection as required for outdoor lighting of the sidewalk shed and in the boiler room., install gfc1 protection; provide gfci protection as required.
Jun 6, 2023 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
I observed the unpermitted use of flexible wiring at then entrance supplying power to the sidewalk shed, the interconnect wiring for the split a.c. units , an extension cord spliced into a junction box in the b
Jun 6, 2023 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Gas being supplied to building without inspection and certification by dob i observed in the basement new gas piping supplying gas to hot water heaters without inspection and certification by dob refer to job n
Nov 7, 2022 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to have new or altered plumbing system tested i observed in the basement installed new gas piping by the gas meter under job number laa m08005215 no test was performed, perform test
Nov 7, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building exterior walls/facades and appurtenances.*south elevation, exp 1: eroded mortis joints *west elevation, exp 2: eroded mortis joints, spalling bricks *north elevation, exp 3: eroded
Feb 13, 2018 · Penalty $530
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to take a provide safety measures where required to protect and secure public safety from unsafe facade as per 1rcny 103-04.facadetechnical report file unsafe by pe/pa on 10/31/16.rmdy: provide and
Oct 7, 2016 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
28-302.5 fail to provide safety measure (sidewalk shed) to protect public from hazardous condition-unsafe flsp technical report file for cycle 06 on 10/17/08. rem:provide safety measures sidewalk shed where req
Oct 20, 2011 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an amended 6th round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report. remedy: file an amended report following remedial repa
Jul 29, 2011 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this departmetn indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report. rem: file an amended report following remedial
May 22, 2009
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this department indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report rem: file an amended report following remedial
Jan 9, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75u05,08v01,28l12,57o02, 75-perform & file 5 yrs test 08-adjust levelling of floors- 28- change ideefective roller guide on car 57- clean pit.
Sep 17, 2002
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75u05,57o02, 75- perform 5 yrs test ,and tag device 75- clean pit.
Sep 17, 2002
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to file an amended round five reprot acceptalbe to this department pursuant to rule r.c.n.y. 32-03b (5), indicating correction of hazardous conditions described in intial ll11/98 reprot remedy: file an
Jul 5, 2002 · Penalty $400
Resolve - 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 an
May 3, 2002 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Non-hazardous
New bldg.#67/84 permit#003188/88 has been revoked.due to non comp- lience with objections checklist for new bldgs.and alterations 1/23/89remedy:comply with title 27 sect.197 of administrative code.
Feb 15, 1989 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 6, 2025 · Apt 6H
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 14, 2018 · Apt 4H
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 11, 2018 · Apt 2D
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 11, 2015 · Apt 6A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 11, 2014 · Apt 7E
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 11, 2014 · Apt 7E
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 15, 2011 · Apt BSMT
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Apr 15, 2011 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 14, 2011 · Apt 8F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 20, 2011 · Apt 10C
Close
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- Heating
Heat related
Jan 20, 2011 · Apt 10C
Close - General
Windows
Jan 20, 2011 · Apt 10C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 18, 2011 · Apt 7E
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 11, 2010 · Apt 10C
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 11, 2010 · Apt 10C
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Oct 15, 2009 · Apt 2H
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Oct 15, 2009 · Apt 2H
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 21, 2008 · Apt 5C
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Care facility (N2)
- Year built
- 1986
- Floors
- 12
- Residential units
- —
- Building area
- 49,870 ft²
- Lot area
- 7,682 ft²
- Zoning
- R8
- Community board
- 104
- Council district
- 3
- Block / lot
- 1078 / 20
- Assessed value
- $9,142,200
- Landmark / historic district
- No
Questions about 517 West 49 Street
Who owns 517 West 49 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Homes For The Homeless Institute, INC..
Does 517 West 49 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 2 housing violations at this property.
Is 517 West 49 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 517 West 49 Street built?
City records list 1986 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.