15 West 44 Street

Manhattan, NY 10036BBL 1-01260-0028Map

Owner of record: Sino-American Cultural Center LLC

15 West 44 Street is an office building built in 1914 in Manhattan, 10036. The owner of record is Sino-American Cultural Center LLC. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations: 0
DOB violations: 42
ECB violations: 31
HPD complaints: 3

What to know

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No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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No HPD violations

HPD has not cited this building.

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No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

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Violations

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HPD housing violations · 0

No HPD violations on record

DOB building violations · 42

Construction other optional
Ftm bldg. observed on exp1: cracks in terracotta @ multi flrs & locat; on exp3: broken windowsill; broken window pain. exp4 e.elev: damaged broken windowsill; dmaged cracked brick work. roof: defective, missing mortar joints on chimney; damaged missing coping stone on parpet wall remdy: repair and/or replace all damaged, defective conditi on facade
Mar 6, 2026
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active
Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building. observed at exposure 2 crack in masonry lintels on several floors. exposure 4 observed vertical crack in stone work at the south east end of building deteriorated brick and mortar joints. remedy: repair and replace damage facade
Sep 18, 2024
Dob violation - active
Construction other optional
Emergency work order due to the hazardous conditions observed: broken fire escape, railings rusted; deterorating & loose fire escape @ multiple locations on exp#3 (n.elevation). remedy: immediately repair damaged/broken fire escape. owner to retain nys licensed professional to provide preliminary owner
Jul 17, 2024
Dob violation - active
Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner.as noted i obs erved on exp1 cracks in masonry lintels on several floors.also cracks and open mortars joints on water table on the 4th floor.exp4 east e;ev ation has vertical crack in stone work at the southeast end of the bui lding.deteriorated bricks and mortar joints.remedy:repair &/or replace
Apr 25, 2024
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active
Hazardous condition (facade) facade required
Cycle 9b unsafe report filed
Feb 17, 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

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Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 21, 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 - active
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 - active
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 - active
Sprinkler none
Failed to file final sprinkler report by july 1, 2019
Sep 3, 2019
Dob violation - active
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 3, 2019
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, 2019
Dob violation - active
Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Aug 27, 2018
Dob violation - active
No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 8b technical report by 02/21/2018
Jul 31, 2018
Dob violation - active
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 2, 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
Sep 23, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 23, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 23, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 29, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 22, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 22, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 22, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 17, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 17, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 17, 2012
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, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 19, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 2, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 2, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 2, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 10, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Emergency power none
Ll2604e-emergency power none
Mar 31, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
1p6828
Mar 16, 2000
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
1p6829
Mar 16, 2000
Dob violation - resolved
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 31

Class - 2
Failure to file acceptable amended cycle 8b and 9b report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial facades report required by 28-302.5 for control#904099.rem:file acceptable report.
Apr 20, 2026 · Penalty $1,280
Active
Class - 2
At time of inspecton i observed sidewalk shed installed on exposure # 1 without signs or project information panel on the shed parapet, to display the name and the contact information of the owner or the gener
Apr 17, 2025
Resolve
Class - 2
Ac 27-929.1, failure to complete the installation of a full system of automatic sprinklers and file a final sprinkler report prepared by a registered design professional in an office building 100ft or more in h
Feb 28, 2023 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 6,7b and 8b report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control#804100.rem:submit acceptable r
Oct 19, 2022
Resolve
Class - 2
27-929.1 failure to complete the installation of a full system of automatic sprinklers and file a final sprinkler report prepared by a registered design professional in an office building 100 feet or more in he
Nov 1, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 7b & 8b report criticalexamination documenting condition of exterior wall & appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control#804100. agg1 prior nov 37012986y undr 28
May 20, 2020
Resolve
Class - 2
27-929.1 a.c.27-929.1,failure to complete the installation of a full system of automatic sprinklers and file a final sprinkler report prepared by a registered design professional by 7/1/19,in an office building
Nov 15, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
Failure to submit a required cycle 8b report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control #804100.rmdy: submit required technical report.
Oct 15, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 2
Failure to file annual certification that cooling tower 1000003124 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
Failure to file an acceptable technical report in compliance w/code provisions: periodic inspection pf exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the dob's rules & regulations. remedy: file
Oct 21, 2015
Resolve

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Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable cycle 7 technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28-302 & the dept of bldgs rules & regulat
Jul 14, 2014
Resolve
Class - 2
97x10- entire device inoperative. must repair and make dob appointment. no power in bldg.
Aug 2, 2013 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Class - 2
97##05 failure to maintain elevator device respondent failed to allow mandatory annual inspection by the department or approved agency per 28-304.6.1 and appendix k of the building code,multipled attempts to
May 20, 2013 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliancew/article 28-302 of the building code & dept of bldgs rules & regulations.(36017998h)respondent has demonstrated a history of non-compliance
May 7, 2012 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliancewith code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the dept of buildings rules and
Dec 15, 2011 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Failed to notify dept obtain permit prior to use installation off outrigger beams in connection w/ suspended scaffold noted outrigger beam suspended scaffold installed on exp #1 w/o notification to dob rem: not
Jul 29, 2011 · Penalty $400
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to provide sidewalk shed where required note no side walk shed over public sidewalk at exp#1 while working above 12 stories rem: provide sidewalk shed
Jul 29, 2011 · Penalty $4,800
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable 6th round technical report in compliancew/code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 and the dob rules and regulations.
Jan 25, 2011 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an acceptable sixth round technical report in compliance w/ code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the d.o.b. rule and regulations
May 10, 2010 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an architect engineer report certifying exit directional signs are connected to emergency power source storage battery equipment rem: file architect/engineer report
Jan 27, 2010 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to file an architect / engineer report certifying exit / directional signs are connected to emergency power source / storage batteryequipment. remedy: file architect / engineer report.
Jan 27, 2010 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable sixth round technical report in complaince with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by article 28.302 and the department of build
Dec 12, 2008 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to file affidavits and/or comply with other requirements set 4th for photoluminescent exit path marking. remedy: comply with requirements of reference standards (rs) 6-1.
Sep 25, 2008 · Penalty $6,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
51m07. (51) provide rope guard by hoist machine.
Aug 5, 2005 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
47b15. 47-shorten governor cable.
Sep 3, 1997
Resolve
Non-hazardous
36t 36-label motor room door 50-rope guard for front of machine 46- shorten hoist cables.
Jul 18, 1997
Resolve
Non-hazardous
50b 50-regroove machine.
Jul 18, 1997
Resolve
Non-hazardous
50b47b 50-regroove machine 47- shorten governor cable.
Jul 18, 1997
Resolve
Non-hazardous
07b,10x,14i,15r,18j,20l,24o,30o,35o,37b,39y,46o,50y,52b,54b,74lal,74b,.(15) private locks (20) in use lights (37) clearance {(46) excessive lubrication (50) clean (54) provide proper access (74) firemans servic
Aug 30, 1995 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
08v 22d 16l 50d 16 2nd fl 50 tubing to hoist motor
Jan 24, 1994 · Penalty $100
Resolve
Non-hazardous
08i,15i,15r,09h,36w,16h,18q,74#. 08 renew car door slide. 15 hoist door sidlle on 1st floor and remove illegal locks. 74 post name of elv. 74a repair sky light. 74b relocate vent.
Nov 20, 1991 · Penalty $75
Resolve

Complaints

Heat/hot water
Entire building
Aug 14, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close
Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 9, 2014 · Apt 11
Close
Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 9, 2014 · Apt 11
Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type: Office building (O6)
Year built: 1914
Floors: 12
Residential units: —
Building area: 52,851 ft²
Lot area: 7,532 ft²
Zoning: C6-4.5
Community board: 105
Council district: 4
Block / lot: 1260 / 28
Assessed value: $6,782,400
Landmark / historic district: No

Questions about 15 West 44 Street

Who owns 15 West 44 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sino-American Cultural Center LLC.

Does 15 West 44 Street have violations?

NYC HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

Is 15 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 15 West 44 Street built?

City records list 1914 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.