392 Columbus Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10024BBL 1-01150-0034Map
Owner of record: NYC Columbus Holdings LLC
392 Columbus Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1881 in Manhattan, 10024. It has 7 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is NYC Columbus Holdings LLC. HPD has recorded 25 housing violations here, most recently on July 6, 2023. 15 of the 25 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 25
- DOB violations
- 23
- ECB violations
- 26
- HPD complaints
- 45
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
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 · 25
- BHazardous
Provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material.
Jul 6, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Jan 19, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceilng apprx 2 square feet at public hall, 1st story
Jan 19, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lock assembly at front entrance door to building , 1st story
Jan 19, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Jan 19, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 - IInformation / order
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 25, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors at building entrance , 1st story
Mar 7, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lockset and assembly at street entrance door
Feb 19, 2019
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lockset and assembly at street entrance door
Feb 19, 2019
Open — Not complied with
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- IInformation / order
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 5, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 24, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit building entrance door , 1st story
Feb 16, 2014
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 4, 2011 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-21.07 adm code provide a piece of garden hose 10 feet in length with female coupling and a 10 quart pail on premises to test sprinkler system.
Apr 27, 1987
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective painted sprinkler head at soffit of stair 5 sty public hall.
Apr 27, 1987
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-21.07 adm code provide a piece of garden hose 10 feet in length with female coupling and a 10 quart pail on premises to test sprinkler system.
Apr 27, 1987
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective sprinkler head at soffit of stair 5th sty public hall.
Apr 27, 1987
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
D26-21.07 adm code maintain on the premises a copy of the sprinkler tes t for the current year.
Oct 8, 1986
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective doors wall cabinets 2 sty south east apt 1b kitchen. , section '' ''
Oct 8, 1986 · Apt 1B
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective eroded brick mortar joints east wall chimney at northwest roof.
Oct 8, 1986
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of paper covered sprinkler heads 2 and 3 sty public halls.
Oct 8, 1986
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of paper covered sprinkler head s2 to 3 sty public hall stairs soffit.
Oct 8, 1986
Open — Nov certified late - BHazardous
D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of garbage cans and rubbish 1 sty public hall at front.
Oct 8, 1986
Open — Nov certified late
DOB building violations · 23
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 14, 2020
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Aug 7, 2019
Dob violation - active - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Install approx. 25 linear ft of sidewalk shed along west 79th st(exp#1 & approx 60linear ft of sidewalk shed along columbus ave(exp#2)intotal install approx. 85 linear feet of sidewalk shed to safeguard public & property
May 13, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 31, 2013
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 22, 2013
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Jan 25, 2012
Dob violation - active - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Feb 24, 2004
Dob violation - active
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- Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Feb 24, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - active - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Apr 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Landmark none
Landmk-landmark none
Apr 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Sep 13, 1999
Vw-violation work without permit - active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Apr 10, 1999
Vw-violation work without permit - active - 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 - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Apr 2, 1990
Vp-violation unserved ecb-active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Apr 2, 1990
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 26
- Class - 2
Thermoflo gas boiler sticker#cp7710852 has no rating plate and was installed without a permit.acquire a permit correct violating conditions & submit a certificate of correction.
Feb 27, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications.at time of inspection at 8:15pm,observed the sidewalk shed under permit#m00171526-1i-sh issued on 3/17/2022 expired 3/4/2024 was dark and unsafe for pedes
Aug 28, 2022 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specification.note at time ofinspection i observed sidewalk shed in place with lights not in operating condition.remedy:comply with code-provide lighting at dusk,dawn.
May 24, 2022 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Expired permit m00171526(378-22)stop all use of sidewalk shed.note:at time of inspection observed sws in place w/o valid permit.remedy:comply with code-renew permit call 212 393 2404
Mar 10, 2022
Resolve - Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications as per 3307.6.4.8.1 note:at time of inspection observed sidewalk shed in place lights not in operating condition.remedy:comply with code-provide lighting
Mar 10, 2022 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications as per 3307.6.3. note:at time of inspection observed sidewalk shed in place not covering full width of sidewalk.remedy:comply with code-cover full width o
Mar 10, 2022 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenance note observed at exposure 1 & 2 spalling masonry numerous areas of facade sidewalk shed installed.permit sidewalk shed# moo171526 expires 12/31/2020.rem:mainta
Oct 1, 2020 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35442229y issued on 7/16/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2).an acceptible certifica
Aug 3, 2020 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building wall(s)or appurtenances.noted;premise having numerous masonry defects observed at 2nd fl.(east expo 2)with loose dislodged masonry sill,additionally,2nd fl(front expo 1 with aka add
Jul 15, 2020 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances at time of inspec tion noted: cracked/damaged missing masonry at facade exposures 1 and 2. rmdy: mantain building walls/appurtenances.
Jul 16, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner. note facade east and north (exp 1 and 8) is spalling and missing cement stucco, and on east side the north corner window seals 2 and 3 floor in cracked
May 12, 2019 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain: loose & rotted wood trim between 1-2 flrs, cracked stucco/concrete on 1st flr wall at e&n. remedy: maintain bldg walls.
Jun 28, 2013 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain the exterior of the bldg. wood & metal above 1st fl is rotten & deteriorated at exp 1 & 2. cracks above windows & linters. remedy: make area safe. remove & repair defects.
May 7, 2013 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior bldg walls or appurtenances. defects noted: at time of inspection wood & metal above 1st fl is rotten/deteriorated at exposures 1 & 2. cracks above windows & lintels. brownstone
Mar 1, 2013 · Penalty $1,000
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for ecb #34740949l. remedy: file certificate of correction.
Feb 24, 2009
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or building department records. noted: operation of restaurant which is contrary to c of o #88573 dated 5/2/86 which specified 2 apts on the 2n
Dec 19, 2008 · Penalty $1,200
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for violation #040290cd1gc01. note: installation of new stairs to 2nd flr,removal of flr beams
Dec 19, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy or building department records c/o#88573. noted: restaurant at 1st floor level in occuying the 2nd floor level with a small bar approx 5'x2' ap
Apr 1, 2002
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Exit door. required width decreased by obstruction. 2nd floor exit door for restaurant and lounge obstructed by partition wall at public hass stairway. remedy: remove obstruction.
Mar 31, 2002 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy. 1st and 2nd floor occupied as restaurant with lounge and bar on 2nd floor. kitchen located in cellar. remedy: obtain a vlaid certificate of oc
Mar 31, 2002 · Penalty $350
Active - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. noted on first floor of said premises a mezzanine was created within the restaurant (north west cafe) with a wooden stairs, area size approx. 32x12 work 100% completed. remedy: obtain per
Mar 15, 2002 · Penalty $500
Active - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cofo noted:c of o #88573 states that the cellar is to be used as a boiler room,storage room and tenants laundry room which in fact the cellar consists of 1.utility room
Nov 13, 2000 · Penalty $800
Active - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit: work noted: on 2nd floor mezz area and cellar area both area's approx 10'x20'x8' walls and partitions erected on 2ndfloor/mezz and cellar area. walls partitions and stairways from 1st f
Sep 13, 1999 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. work noted: new sheetrock wall's with wood fur-ring strip's approx. 1"x 3" & new sheetrock ceiling job #102058693 disapproved to refurbish existing restaurant space. 95% complete groun
May 4, 1999 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. having removed the fire rated, partition bet- ween the 2nd floor front & rear, installed new sheetrock, electrical wiring & plumbing at basement, 1st & 2nd floor. note: alteration #1020
Apr 23, 1999 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Non-hazardous
Failure to maitnian exterior bldg wall loose & defective brickwork at bldg facades at various locations at various elevation provided sidewalk shed fondation remedy provide sidewalk shed immedialy obtain approv
Mar 2, 1997
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 24, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 18, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 21, 2023 · Apt OUTSID
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jun 1, 2022 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 15, 2022 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 15, 2019 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 13, 2019 · Apt 3B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 13, 2019 · Apt 3B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 30, 2019 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 30, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 6, 2019 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 2, 2019 · Apt 4
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 2, 2019 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 1, 2019 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 28, 2019 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 26, 2019 · Apt 3B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 26, 2019 · Apt 3B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 18, 2019 · Apt ALL
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Sep 24, 2018 · Apt 3A
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jun 17, 2018 · Apt 4A
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Jun 17, 2018 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 6, 2017 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 20, 2016 · Apt 2B
Close - General
Doors
Dec 30, 2014 · Apt 2A
Close - General
Locks
Dec 30, 2014 · Apt 2A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 5, 2014 · Apt 3B
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 24, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 22, 2011 · Apt 4B
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 22, 2011 · Apt 4B
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 22, 2011 · Apt 4B
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 22, 2011 · Apt 4B
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Mar 22, 2011 · Apt 4B
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Mar 22, 2011 · Apt 4B
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 22, 2011 · Apt 4B
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 22, 2011 · Apt 4B
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 22, 2011 · Apt 4B
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 22, 2011 · Apt 4B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 13, 2011 · Apt 4B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 2, 2011 · Apt 4B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 2, 2011 · Apt 4B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 7, 2010 · Apt 4B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 7, 2010 · Apt 2A
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 7, 2010 · Apt 3B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 20, 2010 · Apt 4B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 6, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1881
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 7
- Building area
- 5,277 ft²
- Lot area
- 963 ft²
- Zoning
- R10A
- Community board
- 107
- Council district
- 6
- Block / lot
- 1150 / 34
- Assessed value
- $1,168,200
- Landmark / historic district
- Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District
HPD registration #134529, last renewed Oct 20, 2025.
Questions about 392 Columbus Avenue
Who owns 392 Columbus Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is NYC Columbus Holdings LLC.
Does 392 Columbus Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 25 housing violations at this property.
Is 392 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 392 Columbus Avenue built?
City records list 1881 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 392 Columbus Avenue?
It has 7 residential units and 8 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.