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620 Columbus Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10024BBL 1-01221-0029Map

Owner of record: James West Ninety Limited Liability Comp Any

620 Columbus Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1986 in Manhattan, 10024. It has 231 residential units across 22 floors. The owner of record is James West Ninety Limited Liability Comp Any. HPD has recorded 14 housing violations here, most recently on December 18, 2021. 2 of the 14 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 20 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
14
DOB violations
59
ECB violations
28
HPD complaints
103

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Dec 18, 2021

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 2024
20
About 9% of the building's 231 apartments
Down from 31 in 2018

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 · 14

  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors ... in the entrance located at apt 3g, 3rd story, 4th apartment from north at east

    Dec 18, 2021 · Apt 3G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color south and east walls in the bathroom located at apt 3g, 3rd story, 4th apartment from north at east

    Dec 18, 2021 · Apt 3G

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximatetly 1 sq. ft. at south wall in the 23rd room from north at west located at apt thl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 10, 2021 · Apt THL

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 23rd room from north at west located at apt thl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Sep 10, 2021 · Apt THL

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approximatetly 1 sq. ft. at south wall in the 23rd room from north at west located at apt thl, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north original violation 14553553 issued 10-sep-21 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).

    Sep 10, 2021 · Apt THL

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 8a, 8th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Feb 5, 2021 · Apt 8A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Feb 5, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 9c, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 13, 2021 · Apt 9C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 9c, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jan 13, 2021 · Apt 9C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 10b, 10th story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Feb 3, 2017 · Apt 10B

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors for both fire stairs, z and w, at east wall,10th story, at public hall, 10th story

    Feb 3, 2017

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit windows in the entire apartment located at apt 20j, 20th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 14, 2014 · Apt 20J

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 12e, 12th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 29, 2013 · Apt 12E

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and walls in the bathroom located at apt 12e, 12th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Aug 29, 2013 · Apt 12E

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 59

  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    Dec 1, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 9, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 9, 2020

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst

    Sep 6, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test

    Apr 5, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Apr 4, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 26, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 26, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 26, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 26, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    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 5, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test

    Mar 31, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test

    Mar 31, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 7c technical report by 02/21/2013

    Dec 31, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    This pvt replaces 447520

    Apr 18, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2011 inspection/test

    Oct 1, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 20, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 20, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 27, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 27, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 27, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Oct 8, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 5, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 5, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 5, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 4, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 4, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 4, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 13, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 13, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 5, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 17, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 17, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 17, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Oct 1, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 20, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 20, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 20, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Mar 21, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Mar 10, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p33883

    Feb 21, 2000

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p33882

    Feb 21, 2000

    Dob violation - resolved
  • 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

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Jan 20, 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

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 28

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances. notes:hazardous conditions observed. (1)spalled/masonry eyebrows above 18th story window and 14th story window at exposure #4(east elevation). rem

    Jun 6, 2024 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    97x17 the only elevator in bldg on section of bldg out of service. upon inspection the device is found to be out of service creating hazardous condition as per 1rcn 11-02 rmdy: service immediately and notify

    Jan 5, 2018 · Penalty $1,030

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file annual certification that cooling tower 1000002678 hasbeen inspected,tested,and disinfected and that a maintenance plan has been developed and implemented by november,1,2016.rem:file annual cert

    Jun 20, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    28-317.3 failure to register cooling tower.rem comply w/ code

    Sep 21, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    3307.6.2 partial swo(suspended scaffold)-issued pursuant to 28-207.2 &posted @ premises.areas to be protected.noted:@ time of insp,suspendedsuspended scaffold installed @ exp4 & tied off to facade approx 12'abo

    Apr 7, 2014 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. bc 3310.3. failure to comply w/site safety program. note: at timeof inspection sidewalk shed was removed w/o dept notification and inspection of sidewalk shed. remedy: comply to code.

    Nov 15, 2013 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide sidewalk shed where required. noted: failure to provide a sidewalk shed during facade work at exp 1 ongoing work on scaffold at the 21st flr of front facade at street level unprotected w/no

    Dec 11, 2012 · Penalty $4,800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    56y02 56y13 42i10 42q11 08v01 100d06 59o02 52o02 68m07 71x10 100m07 79m07 56-clean & seal machine oil leak 42-fuse golden damaged repair 42-covers removed from relay regular 08-adjust problem 100- smoke hole gr

    Oct 11, 2011 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    56y02 56y13 42q11 52o02 50#09 68m08 01i10 100m07 79m07 56-clear & seal machine oil lead 4l-covers removed from relay replace 5l-clear hoist rope 50- remove old generator from machine room 01-repair emergency st

    Oct 11, 2011 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    56y10 08b01. 08b-adjust car pre leveling (car door starts to open before car comes to a complete stop)

    Nov 12, 2010 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    99bb5.70z13.61m7.61u15.97b1.97o2.61 provide service co ph. numbers provide city id number 97 car doesn't level properly slow down is abrupt door as premature

    Apr 7, 2009 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    59o2.99bb5.02b1.70z13.97b1.97o2 59 clean accum. shavings from brake armature and brake pivot points 02 increase decibel level of alarm system 97 car doesn't level propely slow dowen is abrupt door are premature

    Apr 7, 2009 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    B4a 50.50a.50b.50c.50d.50e.50 bolier safety valve incorrect psi ratling also both discharges not piped down 50a swing check valve missing inboiler feed pipe between back flow & pressure regulator 50b chimney we

    May 5, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    B4a 50

    May 5, 2008

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    36,50.fulton vt boiler,15hp,nb100324,gas,2005.36-referenced replacement boiler not signed off after installation.boiler not registered signoff of 900a & schedule "c" required.50-excessive single-walled flue pip

    Sep 15, 2007 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Cease use.bq9,3a,50a,50b,51.bq9-installation of a gas fired 15hp fulton high pressure boiler w/out obtaining a plumbing & boiler permit & approval from nyc dob. 50a-replace corroded flu pipe on roof area

    Jun 7, 2006 · Penalty $650

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    32a/50a/48b/50b 1989 fulton natl bc 5763 50a) properly support the flue pipe not from any piping 50b)add a slow opening value to the bottom blowdown

    May 26, 2004

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    34a,32a,50. 50)galvanized fitting before safety safety valve. 32a)exposed wire on boiler wall switch

    Jun 16, 2003 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without permit. work noted: illegaly erected a temporary wooden structure a rear of premises approx 18'x18'x8'h without permit. remedy: obtain permitor remove wooden structure.

    Apr 30, 2002 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    49/ fultom fbo1oa nb#57963 year 1989 boiler hand hole sleeves are damage gases escaping handholes sleves must be replaced with new burmer needs to be ajusted for correct operation

    Mar 8, 2002

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    73u16,50t16, 73u16= incorrect city i.d. 1450 correct is 1p33882 50j16- label machines 1 and 2

    Nov 10, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    03m07,15l11,50t16,57q03,46b15,73u16. #03m7= capacity plate# 15l11= noisy 9fl 50t16 label machine 1 and 2 ect 57q3 sump hole #73u16= incorrect city id no.1p3365 correct is 1p33883

    Nov 10, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    37q03,73u16. #73u16= tag all equipment with city id no

    Nov 10, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    35d 60j 35 properly secure smokeble cover in motor rm 60 provide proper conterweight clearence between cwt buffer

    Jan 25, 1999 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    74# 74# 74 repair counterweight shadetes springs conterweight 74 secure smokhole in motor room

    Jan 25, 1999 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain hung ceiling approx 15'x20' aand air conditioner ducts has collapsed remedy file required plan and application and obtain a permit from this dept

    Oct 21, 1993 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Operation of a public assembley without a current permit. altoration:h00/88. location: dba mcdonalds roof curant 1st story maz and first story entire. approx 194 persons. remedy: obtain a current permit/di c

    Jan 29, 1992 · Penalty $55

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Operation of place of assembly without a current permit - in that occupying & having a table & chair arrangement of approx 186 persons as a eating & drinking establishment @ 1st & 2nd stories north/east side. r

    Jun 14, 1991

    Resolve

Complaints

  • General

    Cabinet

    Jul 14, 2026 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Jul 14, 2026 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Jul 14, 2026 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 14, 2026 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jul 14, 2026 · Apt 10E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Dec 29, 2023 · Apt 20D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 26, 2022 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 26, 2022 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jan 26, 2022 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 26, 2022 · Apt 3G

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 26, 2022 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jan 26, 2022 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jan 26, 2022 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 26, 2022 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jan 26, 2022 · Apt 3G

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 11, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 17, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 5, 2021 · Apt APT3G

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 5, 2021 · Apt APT3G

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 5, 2021 · Apt APT3G

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 29, 2021 · Apt THL

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 18, 2021 · Apt THL

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 29, 2021 · Apt 8A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 27, 2021 · Apt 22H

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 11, 2021 · Apt 9C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 5, 2021 · Apt 9C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 22, 2020 · Apt THD

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 19, 2020 · Apt THD

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 26, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 19, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 12, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Sep 5, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 29, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 15, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Aug 2, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jul 25, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jul 19, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jul 11, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jun 26, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Jun 13, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 23, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 11, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 2, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 25, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 19, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 11, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 4, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 28, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 21, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 14, 2020 · Apt 12C

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D7)
Year built
1986
Floors
22
Residential units
231
Building area
239,598 ft²
Lot area
30,213 ft²
Zoning
C1-9
Community board
107
Council district
6
Block / lot
1221 / 29
Assessed value
$32,727,150
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #140601, last renewed Aug 30, 2025.

Questions about 620 Columbus Avenue

Who owns 620 Columbus Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is James West Ninety Limited Liability Comp Any.

Does 620 Columbus Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 14 housing violations at this property.

Is 620 Columbus Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 20 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 9% of its 231 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 620 Columbus Avenue built?

City records list 1986 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 620 Columbus Avenue?

It has 231 residential units and 238 units in total.

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