55 West 44 Street
Manhattan, NY 10036BBL 1-01260-0010Map
Owner of record: City Club Hotel Realty, LLC
55 West 44 Street is a hotel built in 1904 in Manhattan, 10036. The owner of record is City Club Hotel Realty, LLC. HPD has recorded 11 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 11 of the 11 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 11
- DOB violations
- 50
- ECB violations
- 24
- HPD complaints
- 9
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 · 11
- 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 29, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Nov 17, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - 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.
Jun 4, 2025
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Nov 22, 2024
Open — Info nov sent out - 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, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Nov 15, 2023
Open — Info nov sent out - 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.
Mar 15, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - 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.
Nov 3, 2022
Open — Info nov sent out - 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.
Feb 16, 2022
Open — Nov sent out - 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 16, 2022
Open — Info nov sent out
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- 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
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 50
- 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, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 2, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 9b technical report by 2/21/2023
Feb 22, 2023
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jun 1, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 2, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 2, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 23, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 23, 2021
Dob violation - resolved
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- Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 2, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jun 2, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
Apr 29, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 23, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 5, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 5, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 3, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 11, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 29, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 29, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 7b technical report by 08/21/2012
Aug 30, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 15, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 14, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 14, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 25, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 25, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 7, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 7, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 28, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 28, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade optional
Ll11/98-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Aug 20, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 20, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 5, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 5, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade optional
Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 30, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Apr 2, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 8, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 8, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Nov 19, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 9, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 9, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 21, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 21, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
May 22, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p6883
Jan 25, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p6882
Jan 25, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p6883 cease use
Jan 25, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
51-reshackle car & counterweight cables 52-provide electrical coves top of car
Jan 30, 1989
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
51-reshackle car & counterwieght drum cables 52-remove temporary wire leads controller to main machine 53-provide electrical covers top of car
Jan 30, 1989
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 24
- Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances. south elevation exposure 1 observed, cracked, decorative terracotta sculpture on 7th floor; cracked cornice stone at roof parapet. west elevation
Apr 19, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file annual certification that cooling tower 1000000781 hasbeen inspected,tested & disinfected & that a maintenance plan has beendeveloped and implemented,by november,1,2016.rem:file annual certifica
Jun 20, 2017 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o permit.noted:in front of bldg-eating/drinking est erected;metal frame,fabric,plastic glass walls/roof storm enc approx 3'x4'x8',anchored to the bldg & sidewalk w/o first obtaining dob permit.rem:obtain
Jan 18, 2013 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved #102449833 construction documents &/or approved amendments. non conforming work. noted:at lower roof set back mechanical equipment for (centrde)a/c system & kitchen exhaust fan
Jul 31, 2012
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cert of occupancy #102449833illegal occupancy noted. at cellar level under first flr eating,drinking establishment kitchen active food preparation with cooking on 4 ele
Jul 31, 2012 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway obstruction noted:eating,drinking establishment on first flr having blocked primary exit door/entrance by locked key door lock device installed on the bottom of t
Jul 31, 2012 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. use of prohibited door &/or hardware per bc 1008.1.8; 27-371(j). noted:main entrance/exit door key door lock device on the bottom of the door. for pa space
Jul 31, 2012 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted:at cellarlevel fire pump room placed super's storage/office (contrins)combustible materals. rem:maintain properly fire pump room.
Jul 31, 2012
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cert of occupancy. noted: bldg occupied on flrs as 1-cellar:restuarant office, gm office, accounting office, small office in fire pump room. 2-on second flr storage tan
Oct 31, 2011 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
Place of assembly contrary to approved construction documents noted: 1st flr eating drinking establishment pa #102288409 has not conforming seating to plans- additional seats & tables increased into 138 seats @
Oct 31, 2011 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Fail maintain bldg in code compliant manner no fire stopping per bc 712.3; 27-345 noted: large hole throughout wall along pipes penetration from mechanical room into fire ecit corridor @ cellar. rem:provide/com
Oct 31, 2011 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 1
1011.1 fail to provide exit sign where required for exits & exit doors noted 1st flr pa #102288409 has 2ndary means of egress exit door @ center eastside of space (exp #4) not marked by exit sign-existing exit
Oct 31, 2011 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
715.3.7. fail to provide self closing door. noted: cellar level fire exit door leading into stair "a" & 2nd flr exit door leading from lounge area to stair 'a" not self closing. rem: provide self closing doors.
Oct 31, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
1024.1.2 fail to post capacity sign noted 1st flr eating, drinking establishment pa #102288409 w/o posted capacity sign. rem: post/provide capacity sign.
Oct 31, 2011
Resolve - Class - 3
Work w/o a permit. work noted @ front of bldg ground flr erected 2-canvas canopies on metal posts placed near sidewalk curball work completed w/o 1st obtaining dob permit. rem: obtain permit or restore premises
Oct 31, 2011 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an amended sixth report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions in initial local law 11/98 reportremedy: file an amended report following remedial repairs of the subje
Dec 19, 2008 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
No record of daily inspection of suspended scaffold performed by authorized person at site. noted: no daily log book. remedy: maintain daily inspection records on site.
Oct 9, 2008
Resolve - Class - 1
Licensed rigger failed to ensure scaffold worker met minimum requirements. noted: no certificate of fitnes. remedy: comply with code.
Oct 9, 2008
Resolve - Class - 1
Ss bc3314.6.2. 27-1055. lifelines anchorage shall be fastened to a fixed safe point of anchorage shall be independent of the scaffold and shall be protected from sharp edges and abrasion. noted: no protection
Oct 9, 2008 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Ss bc3314.6.3. lifelines tiebacks & suspension ropes shall each be attached to different point of anchorage. noted: lifelines & tieback attached to one point. remedy: comply with code.
Oct 9, 2008 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Occupied w/o a valid c of o. temporary c of o #102449833too2 effective07/25/05-10/23/05 makes no provision for floors 2-9 which are occupiedas transient hotel rooms. this tco does list bld. occupancy as o-1,but
Aug 8, 2005 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
48b13/ 49b13/ reshakel and tag device
Mar 25, 2002 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73x#. restore device back to service call dept of buildings 1 646 248 8738 for inspection.
Mar 7, 2002
Resolve - Hazardous
61j1-16d11-16m7-11q3-22d6-28h11-22o2-25m7-15m7-33i11-74#11. 61-j-11 tail rope at drum 16-d-11 and 16-m-7 b and 7 floor 22-d-6 to code 28-h-11 top and botton 22-02 clean car top 25-m-7 cover 15-m-7 return roller
Feb 5, 2002 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 17, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 805
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 31, 2026 · Apt 805
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 11, 2025 · Apt 702
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 11, 2025 · Apt 702
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Dec 11, 2025 · Apt 702
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 21, 2024 · Apt 503
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 19, 2024 · Apt 1
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 17, 2018 · Apt 202
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Hotel (HB)
- Year built
- 1904
- Floors
- 9
- Residential units
- —
- Building area
- 33,478 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,502 ft²
- Zoning
- C6-4.5
- Community board
- 105
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 1260 / 10
- Assessed value
- $6,412,500
- Landmark / historic district
- No
Questions about 55 West 44 Street
Who owns 55 West 44 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is City Club Hotel Realty, LLC.
Does 55 West 44 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 11 housing violations at this property.
Is 55 West 44 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 55 West 44 Street built?
City records list 1904 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.