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20 West 68 Street

Manhattan, NY 10023BBL 1-01120-0041Map

Owner of record: Sinv Usa INC.

20 West 68 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1896 in Manhattan, 10023. It has 4 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Sinv Usa INC.. HPD has recorded 33 housing violations here, most recently on March 16, 2023. 30 of the 33 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2019.

HPD violations
33
DOB violations
5
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
22

What to know

Concern
5 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Mar 16, 2023

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 2019
1
About 25% of the building's 4 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 · 33

  • 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

    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

    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 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story

    Mar 3, 2009 · Apt 3B

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls, and ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story

    Mar 3, 2009 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 6, 2009 · Apt 3B

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling over stove in the kitchen located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 6, 2009 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2, 2nd story

    Oct 21, 2003 · Apt 2

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 100 watts requiered. at front areaway

    Jun 3, 2000

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wall & ceiling 5 sty to bulkhead.

    Jul 10, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of boxes plywood & household items 4 sty public hall.

    Jul 10, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective air vent ceiling at kitchen 3 sty apt 3. , section '' ''

    Apr 21, 1999 · Apt 3

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked at cellar.

    Apr 15, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 near mailboxes 1 sty public hall.

    Apr 15, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missign 3 sty north apt 3b , section '' ''

    Apr 17, 1997 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor 2 room from south 3 sty north apt 3b , section '' ''

    Apr 17, 1997 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling 5 sty public hall.

    Jul 8, 1996

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color bulkhead ceiling 5 sty public hlal.

    Jul 8, 1996

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder lock entrance door to 4 sty front apt 4 located at apt 4

    Apr 15, 1996 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing ceramic tiles south wall bathroom 4 sty front apt 4 located at apt 4

    Apr 15, 1996 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceilings thru out 4 sty front apt 4 located at apt 4

    Apr 15, 1996 · Apt 4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color bathroom ceiling 4 sty front apt 4er1 , section '' ''

    Apr 15, 1996 · Apt 4ER1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets hot & cold water 3 sty north apt 3b kitchen sink located at apt 3b

    Oct 21, 1993 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective ceiling light fixture 1 to 3 sty public hall.

    Oct 21, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Install and maintain sufficient light or lights of at least 100 watts incandescent or equivalent each, to light adequately from sunset to sunrise the rear yard night inspection.

    Oct 21, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of garbage bin boxes 1 sty public hall.

    Oct 21, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective air ventilation system at kitchen 3 sty northeast apt 3b. located at apt 3b

    Oct 21, 1993 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination 4 sty public hall.

    Oct 18, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the nuisance consisting of rodents cellar thru out.

    Jul 6, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair and operate the appliance so as to prevent carbon monoxide all stys public halls.

    Jul 6, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of screw jacket installed cellar center front.

    Oct 20, 1992

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of no ventalation to out fresh air clothing dry machine cellar rear.

    Oct 20, 1992

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective air vent ceiling kitchen 3 sty apt 3b. located at apt 3b

    Oct 20, 1992 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 5

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 3, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Oct 3, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 26, 1996

    Vpw-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 26, 1996

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    B254,15,16,34a,50/50a,50b,50c,50d,50e,50f,50g. 50-anti syphon valve, incorrect, not upright, also missing oil shut off valve top of oil tank50a-loose cement around chmy base. 50b-single wall chimney outside not

    Sep 21, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    B254,39,50a,b,c,d,e,f. 50a- flue collector gasket to be replaced. 50b-unrevised pressure tripspiping (min. size 3/4") 50c- install cleanoutson pressure trips mounted. 50d- can't see manual reset pressure

    May 24, 2011

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 19, 2011 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 19, 2011 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 19, 2010 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat-plant

    Oct 19, 2010 · Apt 2B

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Dec 30, 2009 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 5, 2009 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 26, 2009 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 26, 2009 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 26, 2009 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jan 14, 2009 · Apt 3B

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 14, 2009 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Jan 14, 2009 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 19, 2008 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 19, 2008 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Dec 18, 2008 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 18, 2008 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Dec 9, 2008 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 7, 2008 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Dec 7, 2008 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Dec 22, 2004 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Odor

    Jan 27, 2004 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 21, 2003 · Apt 2

    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
1896
Floors
5
Residential units
4
Building area
5,945 ft²
Lot area
1,808 ft²
Zoning
R8
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1120 / 41
Assessed value
$2,434,500
Landmark / historic district
Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

HPD registration #118062, last renewed Oct 3, 2025.

Questions about 20 West 68 Street

Who owns 20 West 68 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sinv Usa INC..

Does 20 West 68 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 33 housing violations at this property.

Is 20 West 68 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2019 (about 25% of its 4 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 20 West 68 Street built?

City records list 1896 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 20 West 68 Street?

It has 4 residential units.

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