681 5 Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01289-0072Map

Owner of record: Rss Msc2016-Ubs12 - NY 6fa, LLC

681 5 Avenue is an office building built in 1913 in Manhattan, 10022. The owner of record is Rss Msc2016-Ubs12 - NY 6fa, LLC. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations: 0
DOB violations: 62
ECB violations: 20
HPD complaints: 0

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 · 62

Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 3, 2024
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, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Aug 3, 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
Hazardous condition (facade) facade required
Cycle 9a unsafe report filed
Feb 11, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 8, 2020
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 8, 2020
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 4, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 4, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 4, 2019
Dob violation - resolved

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Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 4, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 4, 2019
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 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
Sprinkler none
Failed to file final sprinkler report by july 1, 2019
Sep 3, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 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 - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2017
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, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 18, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 18, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
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 affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
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
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 4, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jun 3, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 5, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 5, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 5, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 5, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 5, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 7a technical report by 02/21/2012
Jan 31, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 17, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 30, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 30, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 30, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 30, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 30, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 24, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 24, 2010
Dob violation - resolved
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 26, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 13, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 13, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 13, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
Facade facade optional
Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 30, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 27, 2007
Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 20

Class - 2
Temporary construction equipment or installation on site - expired permit. at time of inspection premises under permit# m01139681 for installation of sidewalk shed permit has expired 11/19/2025, no renewal on f
Nov 24, 2025 · Penalty $6,250
Active
Class - 2
13 story building, i observed at early morning hours(5:07am) needle beam sidewalk shed(sws) installed at exp1 and 2 with no light fixtures installed at all. hazard of tripping and falling exists for members of
Aug 23, 2023 · Penalty $2,400
Active
Class - 1
At time of inspection i observed sidewalk shed installed on exposure #1 with inoperable light bulbs underside the shed to bring illumination failure to provide lighting creates unsafe and mugging condition to
Jul 11, 2023 · Penalty $2,530
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 buildin
Nov 15, 2019 · Penalty $620
Resolve
Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy #8071 noted cellar sub being used for rental space w/o a current c of o recontinue illegal used or amend certificate of c fo o
Nov 24, 2009
Resolve
Class - 2
70b7.70y13.70 provide a complete partition between pits of unequal depth remove water seal leak
Jul 21, 2009 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Class - 2
Failed to notify dept obtain permit prior to use outrigger beams in connection w/suspended scaffold.noted:outriggers beams notification #1015810 expired 03/23/09.remedy:notify the department.make site safe.
May 20, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Class - 2
Failed to notify department/obtain permit prior to use/ inst. off c-hooks outrigger beams in connection with suspended scaffold. noted: notification number 1015810 expired 03/23/09 rem: notify the department. m
May 14, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Class - 1
Sec.3314.6.1 operation hoisting in an unsafe manner noted tiebacks and lifelines are not property anchored missing counterweights (installed 20pcs) remedy: comply with code make site safe
May 1, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Class - 2
For all bldgs over 100ft sidewalk shed shall extend 20ft beyond bldgs structure rem: comply w/ code
Oct 30, 2008 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve

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Non-hazardous
Plumbing work w/o a permit up physical inspection found with fdny sprinkler system removed on all flr w/o a permit. remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or restore to prior legal condition.
Jun 25, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Plumbing work w/o a permit upon physical inspection found sprinkler system removed w/o a permit. stop all work! remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or restore to prior(lease) condition.
Jun 25, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Hazardous
Plumbing work w/o a permit up on physical inspection found sprinkler system removed on flrs c2, c1 -4 flrs w/no permit. remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or store to prior legal condition.
Jun 25, 2008 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
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Jan 3, 2003
Resolve
Non-hazardous
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Jan 3, 2003
Resolve
Non-hazardous
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Jan 3, 2003
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to obtain a permit for temporary construction.sidewalk shed.remedy:obtain a permit.
Mar 9, 2001
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46h47h47i 46-shorten hoist cables 47-shorten governer cable 74-replacesheet metal under car platform.
Mar 17, 1998
Resolve
Unknown
Failure to provide emergency power to exit light throughout floors 4-12; from elevator banks to exit stairs. remedy- provide emergency power to exit light according to b.e.c. standards and local law 16/84
Aug 30, 1995 · Penalty $400
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to file a report of compliance with local law 16/84 - certifying to the installation of required fire protection systems. remedy- file report
Aug 30, 1995 · Penalty $400
Resolve

Complaints

No HPD complaints in our records

Complaint data is still being backfilled from NYC Open Data.

Sales history

Date	Price	Type	Units
May 27, 2026	$1,910,754	Office buildings	11

Building details

Building type: Office building (O6)
Year built: 1913
Floors: 12
Residential units: —
Building area: 58,824 ft²
Lot area: 5,250 ft²
Zoning: C5-3
Community board: 105
Council district: 4
Block / lot: 1289 / 72
Assessed value: $52,357,050
Landmark / historic district: No

Questions about 681 5 Avenue

Who owns 681 5 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Rss Msc2016-Ubs12 - NY 6fa, LLC.

Does 681 5 Avenue have violations?

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

Is 681 5 Avenue 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 681 5 Avenue built?

City records list 1913 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.