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47 West 55 Street

Manhattan, NY 10019BBL 1-01271-0014Map

Owner of record: Ah 55th Street Owner LLC

47 West 55 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10019. It has 8 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Ah 55th Street Owner LLC. HPD has recorded 136 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 7 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
136
DOB violations
54
ECB violations
72
HPD complaints
183

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 7, 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 · 136

  • 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.

    May 7, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 22, 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.

    Apr 1, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 15, 2023

    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 16, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at west wall and ceiling in vestibule , 1st story

    Jul 27, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ,,, in the entrance located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jul 27, 2022 · Apt 4

    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 8, 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 16, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

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

    Sep 20, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 20, 2021 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit entrance door from vestibule to public hall , 1st story

    Aug 19, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall at public hall, 5th story

    Aug 19, 2021

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 19, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box sign missing at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 19, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 19, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Aug 19, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor frame missing at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 19, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.

    Aug 19, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected

    Aug 19, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of bicycle at public hall, 4th story

    Aug 19, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at east wall at public hall, 5th story

    Aug 19, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing door stopper at entrance door from vestibule to public hall at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 19, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt 1

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 sign missing at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 19, 2021

    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 missing at public hall, 1st story

    Aug 13, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Aug 13, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 13, 2021 · Apt 4

    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. at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 4, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2021 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

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

    Jul 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2021 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2021 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jul 8, 2021 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 8, 2021

    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 ; at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Jul 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box ;missing at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Jul 8, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 13, 2021 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 4, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Jun 13, 2021 · Apt 4

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electrical wires running on floor at cellar

    Jun 13, 2021

    Open — Not complied with

DOB building violations · 54

  • 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 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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    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 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
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  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 13, 2018

    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
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 21, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 7, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 7, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 7, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 7, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 7, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Nov 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 11, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 12, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 12, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 12, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 12, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jul 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jul 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jul 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 11, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 11, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 11, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 11, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 11, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 25, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 25, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 25, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Feb 25, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jun 18, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 2, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 26, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 72

  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection, observed structural floor altered for new stair opening not in accordance with approved plans (plans show existing stair, no change to egress). steel members and decking exposed creating

    Apr 23, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection, observed means of egress at cellar stair obstructed by stored materials/debris along stairway, restricting safe and unobstructed passage. condition is unsafe. remove all obstructions and

    Apr 23, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawfully continued work while on notice of a stop work order issued on 12/16/2014 with nov#35151303n. work noted at 3rd floor level. removed erected wall to connect 2 separate apartments into one, also plumbi

    Oct 26, 2023

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy. cofo #71565 indicates eating and drinking establishment on 2nd floor. 2nd floor now altered/occupied as massage parlor spa. no bsa approval, d

    Feb 11, 2022 · Penalty $620

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file c/c w/dob.respondent failed to comply w/commissioner's order to correct violating conditions&file c/c for v35291105r issued 8/21/17.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's orders to file c/c w/dob.noted:respondent failed to file c/c for v35298217n issued12/14/17 pursuant to code28-204.2.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file c/c w/dob.respondent failed to comply w/commissioner's order to correct violating conditions&file c/c for v35298211m issued12/14/17.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's orders to file c/c w/dob.noted respondent failed to file c/c for v35298836m issued12/14/17 pursuant to code28-204.2.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's orders to file c/c w/dob noted:respondentfailed to file c/c for v35298220y issued12/14/17 pursuant to code28-204.2.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file c/c w/dob.noted:respondent failed to file c/c for v35298219r issued12/14/17 pursuant to code28204.2.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file c/c w/dob.respondent failed to comply w/commissioner's order to correct violating conditions&file c/c for v35298216l issued12/14/17.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file c/c w/dob.respondent failed to comply w/commissioner's order to correct violating conditions&file c/c for v35298214h issued12/14/17.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file c/c w/dob.respondent failed to comply w/commissioner's order to correct violating conditions&file c/c for v35298213x issued12/14/17.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file c/c w/dob.respondent failed to comply w/commissioner's order to correct violating conditions&file c/c for v35298212y issued12/14/17.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file c/c w/dob.respondent failed to comply w/commissioner's order to correct violating conditions&file c/c for v35298210k issued12/14/17.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file c/c w/dob.respondent failed to comply w/commissioner's order to correct violating conditions&file c/c for v35291104p issued 8/21/17.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file c/c w/dob.respondent failed to comply w/commissioner's order to correct violating conditions&file c/c for v35291103n issued 8/21/17.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file c/c w/dob.respondent failed to comply w/commissioner's order to correct violating conditions&file c/c for v35291106z issued 8/21/17.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg wall(s) or appurtenances noted:air conditioner window unit@3&4fl missing window support bracket.air conditioner units over pedestrian walkway.maintain exterior bldg wall provide window

    Jun 17, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's orders to file c/c w/dob.noted respondent failed to file c/c for v35151303n issed12/16/14.file c/c.

    Jun 17, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    B254)50a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h:as per class 2(b254)28.301.1 failure to maintain 36)boiler not registered.a)manual reset presssuretrol not installed b)spill switch not installed c)back flow preventer not installed.d)flu

    Mar 16, 2018 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 1

    As per class1 (b101)28.105.1 work w/o permit one weil mclain egh-105-sapply for proper permits.

    Mar 16, 2018 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. in cellar i observed new rough for a sink water hotand cold supply and waste piping. job #123058644 does not have a master lumber or pl type. rmdy: obtain permit.

    Dec 27, 2017 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Permanent dwelling used/converted for other than permanent residential purposes. c/o# 92342 indicates bldg to be legally approved as mixed use md w/ class 'a' apts @ 4th & 5th flr. now, apt# 4f illegally used/c

    Dec 14, 2017 · Penalty $8,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner. lack of a system of automatic sprinklers where requirement per bc 903.2, 27-954 for transient use. rem: discontinue illegal occupancy.

    Dec 14, 2017 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner. lack of required number of means of egress for every flr per bc 1018.1 (2008 code); 27-366, bc 1021.1 (2014 code) for transient use. rem: discontinue illegal

    Dec 14, 2017 · Penalty $6,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o or dob records. c/o# 92342 indicates bldg to be legally approved as offices & the 3rd flr. illegal occupancy noted @ 3r & 3f converted to 2 class 'a' apts. rem:

    Dec 14, 2017 · Penalty $12,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/ the dob for violating conditions citied in nov# 35291103n. rem: file a c of c.

    Dec 14, 2017 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/ the dob for violating. conditions cited in nov# 352911062. rem: file a c of c.

    Dec 14, 2017 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg wall(s) or appurtenances. exterior window air condition is missing bracket or support to prevent air condition from falling out located @ the front of bldg 4th flr level above the pedes

    Dec 14, 2017 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide class 'i' fire alarm system for transient use. rem:discontinue illegal occupancy.

    Dec 14, 2017 · Penalty $8,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/ the dob for violating conditions cited in nov# 35291104p. rem: file a c o f c.

    Dec 14, 2017 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/ the dob for violating condition cited in nov# 35151303n. rem: file a c of c.

    Dec 14, 2017 · Penalty $4,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.at roof emergency exitobstructed/blocked by garbage,debris,sandbags,construction material and other various objects.rem:remove obstruction.

    Aug 21, 2017 · Penalty $3,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.use of progibited door and/or hardware per bc 1008.1.8;27-371(j)noted:at roof level door installed latch bolt lock.rem:provide legal hardware

    Aug 21, 2017 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit noted:from 1st thru 5th floors installed temporary lines,lights w/outlets(electric)lined from 5th fl apt 5r thru the staircase at every fl in public hallway staircase.rem:obtain reqd permits

    Aug 21, 2017 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by constructgion operation.noted:at roof level,misc debris,and construction material,garbage scattered,loose and not tied down.rem:safeguard public and pro

    Aug 21, 2017 · Penalty $12,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sec. 12-10;73-36 2nd fl occupied as an adult physical culture establishment & physical culture establishment "jixiang spa" massage parlor w/o bsa approval. remedy: dis illegal use.

    Oct 21, 2016 · Penalty $400

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Permanent dwelling used/converted for other than permanent-residentialpurposes. c of o #71565 indicates bldg to be legally approved as a class'a'm/d. now apt #2 on 3rd fl used/converted to transient use.

    Oct 21, 2016 · Penalty $29,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. failure to provide to provide # of required means of egress for every floor per bc 1018.1& 27-366 for transient use. previous vio#35151287h;35151776n;35151980k

    Oct 21, 2016 · Penalty $6,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o #71565. which indicate eating & drinking establishment or 2nd fl now occupied as adult physical culture establishment as adult physical culture establishment

    Oct 21, 2016 · Penalty $600

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. lack of a system of automatic sprinklers where is required as per bc 902.1 & 27-954 for transient use. previous vio's#35151246x;35151775l;35151979n.

    Oct 21, 2016 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec. 907.2.8 failure to provide fire alarm system for transient use. previous vio's#35151248j;25151777p;35151981m. remedy: disc illegal occupancy.

    Oct 21, 2016 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit. work noted: in front of premises installed business sign & as 2nd fl 4 illuminated signs. work 100% completed. stop all work. remedy: obtain permit.

    Oct 21, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Work w/o permit. noted: installed accessory business sign w/text including sammy's bbq approx 13 s.f. remedy: comply w/notice of violation.

    Aug 8, 2016 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Work w/o permit. noted: construction of partition walls to create 5 massage booths. remedy: comply w/notice of violation.

    Aug 8, 2016 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Permanent dwelling used/converted for other than permanent residentialpurposes c/o#71565 indicates that bldg to be legally approved as a class m.d. now apts #2 and #4 illegally converted as a transient use.addi

    May 12, 2015 · Penalty $53,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Bc902.2.8 failure to provide fire alarm system for transient use. pre vious viol # 35151777p; 351512487. rmdy: discontinue illegal occupancy

    May 12, 2015 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. lack of a system ofautomatic sprinklers per bc 903.2 - 21-954 for transient use. previous violation #35151775l; 35151246x.rmdy:discontinue illegal occu

    May 12, 2015 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. failure to provide number of required means of egress for every floor per bc1018.1 and 27366 for transient use.previous viols: 35151775l; 35151247h.rmdy:discon

    May 12, 2015 · Penalty $3,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 8, 2022 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Feb 8, 2022 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Feb 8, 2022 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Oct 20, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 20, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Sep 15, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 15, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Aug 19, 2021 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 12, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 7, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Jun 21, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jun 11, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 22, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 17, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    May 17, 2021 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 1, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 31, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 29, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Sep 20, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Sep 20, 2020 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Aug 11, 2020 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 30, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 30, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jun 30, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jun 30, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Jun 30, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jun 30, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 30, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Jun 27, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Jun 27, 2015 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Safety

    Sprinkler

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Outside building

    Roof door/hatch

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Jun 2, 2015 · Apt 3R

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C7)
Year built
1920
Floors
5
Residential units
8
Building area
11,000 ft²
Lot area
3,766 ft²
Zoning
C5-P
Community board
105
Council district
4
Block / lot
1271 / 14
Assessed value
$6,503,400
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #116987, last renewed Sep 13, 2025.

Questions about 47 West 55 Street

Who owns 47 West 55 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Ah 55th Street Owner LLC.

Does 47 West 55 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 136 housing violations at this property.

Is 47 West 55 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 47 West 55 Street built?

City records list 1920 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 47 West 55 Street?

It has 8 residential units and 10 units in total.

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