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219 Columbus Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10023BBL 1-01122-0062Map

Owner of record: L H Dry Cleaners INC

219 Columbus Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1887 in Manhattan, 10023. It has 4 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is L H Dry Cleaners INC. HPD has recorded 50 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 1 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
50
DOB violations
15
ECB violations
9
HPD complaints
57

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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 · 50

  • 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.

    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

    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

    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 15, 2023

    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 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 15, 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.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 minimum of 100 watts as required(light fixture(s) present). at front areaway

    Oct 12, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 minimum of 100 watts as required(light fixture(s)present). at front areaway

    Sep 15, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
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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 1, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Dec 7, 2008 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water ( 170 f.) in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 30, 2008 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at the shower compartment in the bathroom located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 30, 2008 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 30, 2008 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 5th room from east at north located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 30, 2008 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jun 30, 2005 · Apt 2

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening lockable slide bolt with eye for padlock on vestibule door

    Jun 30, 2005

    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 in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 23, 2000 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of water leak at ceiling. in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 23, 2000 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the foyer located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 23, 2000 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of water leak at ceiling in the foyer located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 23, 2000 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock set in the entrance located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Oct 16, 2000 · Apt 3

    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 dropper ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Oct 16, 2000 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing ( mr. figueirido ) in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story

    Oct 16, 2000 · Apt 3

    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 in the bathroom located at apt 3, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 6, 2000 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint metal cornice at north & west roof.

    Aug 16, 1999

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective acoustic tile ceiling 3 sty west apt 3 bathroom. located at apt 3

    Jul 23, 1999 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items 5 sty to bulkhead landing.

    Jul 23, 1999

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective broken glass in window bedroom 2nd from east at 3 sty west apt 3c. located at apt 3c

    Oct 15, 1998 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective broken glass in window top sash bedroom 1st from west 3 sty west apt 3c. located at apt 3c

    Oct 15, 1998 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing angle support & 1/2 rivet at fire escape stairs 3 sty balcony bldg front at east 15592 er1.

    Oct 15, 1998

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in center room at 3 sty west apt 3c. located at apt 3c

    Oct 15, 1998 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit glass light in top sash at west room 3 sty west apt 3c. located at apt 3c

    Oct 15, 1998 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture in bedroom 2nd from west at 3 sty west apt 3c. located at apt 3c

    Oct 15, 1998 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective at 3 sty west apt 3c. located at apt 3c

    Oct 15, 1998 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective light fixture in west bedroom ceiling at 3 sty west apt 3c. located at apt 3c

    Oct 15, 1998 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors throughout all floors & stairs.

    Oct 15, 1998

    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.

    Oct 15, 1998

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 or 1 sty public hall.

    Oct 15, 1998

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective inoperative ceiling light fixture foyer 3 sty west apt 3c. , section '' ''

    Dec 31, 1986 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective top window sash frame kitcehn and bottom sash front room 3 sty west apt 3c. , section '' ''

    Dec 31, 1986 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective bulkhead door to roof.

    Jun 12, 1986

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective door pub hall bulkhead.

    Aug 1, 1985

    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 east court.

    Aug 1, 1985

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor 1 sty public hall at rear.

    Aug 1, 1985

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door public hall bulkhead to roof.

    Aug 1, 1985

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing electric light ceiling fixture 3 sty southwest apt 3c southwest room. , section '' ''

    Aug 1, 1985 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electric wires 3 sty southwest apt 3c ceiling southwest apt room r177. , section '' ''

    Aug 1, 1985 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice and roaches 3 sty southwest apt 3c kitchen r176. , section '' ''

    Aug 1, 1985 · Apt 3C

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 15

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 23, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmrk-landmark none

    May 29, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    May 29, 1992

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 9

  • Class - 3

    18b.48b.50a.50b 50a blow down valve leaking 50b clean and adjust oil burner evidence of some combustion spillage at draft regulator

    Mar 24, 2009

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Exit passage required width decreased by garbage pails causing a partial blockage of alley of club monaco. remedy: remove obstruction.

    Oct 24, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    36,38,50a,34a. 50a- clean debris from boiler room.

    Jun 9, 2006 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    38,50a,50b,50c.50a-dirty boiler needs cleaning & adjustment.50b-check chimney & flu combustion gases not going up chimney. 50c-clean boiler room from debris.

    Jun 9, 2006 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall.noted:south elevation facade w/cracked & delaminating stucco revealing cracked brickwork @ upper levels & parapet. s/w chimney leaning inward,n/w chimney w/o copling

    Jun 6, 2006 · Penalty $880

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to comply w/ commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction w/ the dob for vio #34484088z.noted:facade violations cited inecb #34484088z remain un-remedied & no certificate of correction filed

    Jun 6, 2006 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior building wall- defect noted: defective/bulging/leaning in parapet wall at south side. peeling/ flaking in plaster at south wall. deteriorated mortar joints in parapet wall and

    Aug 5, 2005 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    16/18(a)/49. baerometric damper blanked at present to be made operational.2-(18a)pertamis to two botton hand holes. 3- water column drain to fit with two stop valves. 4- submit proof of regesteratiion for this

    Dec 18, 2001 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    36.

    Jan 27, 1994 · Penalty $100

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 6, 2009 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Mar 3, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Mar 3, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 3, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Mar 3, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Mar 3, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Mar 3, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 3, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Feb 24, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 23, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 16, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 14, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 29, 2009 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 5, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 5, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Nov 26, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 26, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 26, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 26, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Nov 25, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 25, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 23, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Fire-escape

    Aug 18, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Aug 18, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Aug 18, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Aug 18, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Aug 18, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Aug 18, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Floor

    Jul 29, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jul 29, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Jul 29, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 25, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 25, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jul 25, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 25, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 25, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 5, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Nov 20, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Nov 20, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 22, 2007 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 5, 2006 · 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
Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
Year built
1887
Floors
5
Residential units
4
Building area
6,870 ft²
Lot area
1,443 ft²
Zoning
C1-8A
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1122 / 62
Assessed value
$2,392,650
Landmark / historic district
Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

HPD registration #116121, last renewed Jan 22, 2026.

Questions about 219 Columbus Avenue

Who owns 219 Columbus Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is L H Dry Cleaners INC.

Does 219 Columbus Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 50 housing violations at this property.

Is 219 Columbus Avenue 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 219 Columbus Avenue built?

City records list 1887 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 219 Columbus Avenue?

It has 4 residential units and 6 units in total.

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