40 West 56 Street
Manhattan, NY 10019BBL 1-01271-0060Map
Owner of record: Nr West 56th Street LLC
40 West 56 Street is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1930 in Manhattan, 10019. It has 6 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Nr West 56th Street LLC. HPD has recorded 11 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. City tax records listed 3 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 11
- DOB violations
- 19
- ECB violations
- 5
- HPD complaints
- 40
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
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.
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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
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Nov 17, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Apr 1, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Apr 1, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 10, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 26, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective balance spring, bottom sash at fire-escape window in the 1st room from east located at apt 4r, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 28, 2007 · Apt 4R
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom system from vestibule and in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 23, 2005 · Apt 3F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective intercom, bell and buzzer system in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 15, 2005 · Apt 3F
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Sep 8, 2003 · Apt 3R
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 19
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report
Nov 8, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Feb 21, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 5
- Non-hazardous
Sec:27-776(b)(c):failure to install air conditioner ducts at 2nd fl ceiling as per dob code.the installed ducts vibrate & cause the supply ducts connected to the fl of rear apt 3rd fl to sustaine extreme noise
Jul 27, 2007 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Hazardous
Drainage system not in accordance w/ rs16. use or installation of plumbing materials or equipment which do not comply w/ rs-16. upon insp kitchen sinks were direct connects w/ pvc & furnco caplin & jimcaps. no
Mar 19, 2007 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to comply with commissioners order to file a certificate of correction prior to 10/16/03 with the dob for ecb 34341025n.remedy:file certificates of correction within specified time record.
Oct 8, 2004
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Operation of a place of assembly without a current permit. 1st and 2nd occupied as restaurant with seating capacity of more than 75 persons. remedy: obtain a pa permit.
Jan 15, 2004 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Hazardous
Occupancy contrary to certificate of occupancy. coof 107642 list bldg as 2 floors. bldg is observed to have 5 floors. remedy: amend cof o.
Aug 26, 2002
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Nov 29, 2023 · Apt 4F
Close - General
Windows
Mar 26, 2007 · Apt 4R
Close - General
Mailbox
Mar 26, 2007 · Apt 4R
Close - General
Mailbox
Oct 20, 2006 · Apt 3F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jun 20, 2005 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 20, 2005 · Apt 4R
Close - General
Locks
May 20, 2005 · Apt 4R
Close - General
Doors
May 20, 2005 · Apt 4R
Close - General
Locks
May 2, 2005 · Apt 3R
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 26, 2005 · Apt 4R
Close
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- Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 26, 2005 · Apt 4R
Close - General
Doors
Apr 26, 2005 · Apt 4R
Close - General
Locks
Feb 14, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Jan 10, 2005 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Doors
Jan 10, 2005 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Doors
Jan 10, 2005 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Doors
Dec 17, 2004 · Apt 3F
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Dec 17, 2004 · Apt 3F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 16, 2004 · Apt 3F
Close - General
Locks
Dec 16, 2004 · Apt 3F
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Dec 16, 2004 · Apt 3F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Oct 9, 2003 · Apt 0
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 3, 2003 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 18, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 12, 2003 · Apt 5R
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Sep 11, 2003 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 11, 2003 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 10, 2003 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 9, 2003 · Apt 5R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 9, 2003 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 8, 2003 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 8, 2003 · Apt 4R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 8, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 7, 2003 · Apt 4F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Sep 7, 2003 · Apt 5R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 4, 2003 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 3, 2003 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Sep 3, 2003 · Apt 3R
Close - General
Doors
Jun 6, 2003 · Apt 3R
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jun 6, 2003 · Apt 3R
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S5)
- Year built
- 1930
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 10,500 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- C5-P
- Community board
- 105
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 1271 / 60
- Assessed value
- $4,488,750
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #116434, last renewed Mar 27, 2026.
Questions about 40 West 56 Street
Who owns 40 West 56 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Nr West 56th Street LLC.
Does 40 West 56 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 11 housing violations at this property.
Is 40 West 56 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 3 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 50% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 40 West 56 Street built?
City records list 1930 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 40 West 56 Street?
It has 6 residential units and 7 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.