540 Madison Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01290-0056Map

540 Madison Avenue is an office building built in 1971 in Manhattan, 10022. The owner of record is Dw 540 Madison, LLC. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations: 0
DOB violations: 84
ECB violations: 27
HPD complaints: 6

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

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 · 0

No HPD violations on record

DOB building violations · 84

Construction other optional
Structure rendered non-compliant. at time of inspection observed with operations manager at entrance on 55 street side of building left entrance door inoperable due to depression in sidewalk, multiple cracks around vent grading is (con edison).
Mar 26, 2026
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2019
Dob violation - resolved

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Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 6, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
Sprinkler none
Failed to file final sprinkler report by july 1, 2019
Sep 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
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 - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 9, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 28, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 28, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 13, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 13, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 13, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 13, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 13, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 13, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 13, 2017
Dob violation - resolved
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 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 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 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
Mar 12, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 12, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 18, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 18, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 18, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 18, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 18, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 1, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 1, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 1, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 1, 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 27, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 27, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 27, 2007
Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 27

Class - 2
Time of inspection observed jlc hoist installed on a piece of kindorf bar inside of the ceiling. stated that jlc hoist was to be used to remove beam from floor below. no pe design drawings for installation and
Aug 4, 2023
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
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35322958h issued on 09-01-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for failure to safeguard. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or fi
Oct 18, 2018
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35322957x issued on 09-01-18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for working after hours w/o a (h v) permit. remedy: comply w/co
Oct 18, 2018
Resolve
Class - 1
Ec110-26(c)failure to provide maintain sufficient access work space in working closet.rem:comply with ec code.
Sep 4, 2018
Resolve
Class - 1
Work after hours without a variance permit contrary to 28-105.12.5.at the time of my inspection on the above date at the above location an electrician was working and got electrocuted.there was no variance for
Sep 1, 2018 · Penalty $625
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to safeguard all persons and property affected by constructionoperations.at the time of my inspection at the above address on the above date it was observed that an electrician was wiring a pump for the
Sep 1, 2018
Resolve
Class - 2
97x10 restore to service for proper inspection by dob.
May 2, 2018
Resolve
Non-hazardous
83##/17d06 83## operation on equipment with an expired temp certificate ea 225/97 call dept of buildings for an apartment to ea 225/97-17d06properly secure top floor hall door gib (one).
Sep 29, 2004 · Penalty $300
Resolve
Non-hazardous
73m#-device #1p29713 removed.work done without a permit.
Nov 21, 2000 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve

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Non-hazardous
Failure to carry out permitted work in accordance with applicable laws and regulations in that construction activities are being performed other than on weekdays between the hours of 7am & 6pm without a varianc
Nov 3, 2000 · Penalty $200
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Work without permit. expired permit#102685462-01 alt3, exp 10/31/00 demo work on 1st flr. remedy: stop all work. renew permit
Nov 3, 2000 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Non-hazardous
75r/ no 5 yr test since 8/94. call for appointment. cars operating wi-th expired temps , for final tests on ed 408/97
Dec 1, 1999 · Penalty $850
Resolve
Non-hazardous
75r/ no 5 yr since 8/94. an aoppointment must be made by calling (212)312-8738 cars, poerating with expired temps, call for final on ea 408/97
Dec 1, 1999 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
75u, 74b 75 u (75u) perform 5 yr test& properly tag (74b) finalize ea408-97
Oct 6, 1999 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
75u 74p (75u) perform 5 yr. test & properly tag(74b) finalize ea #408-97
Oct 6, 1999 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46h37a37ag40q31b08b01x02x15b05b57o30o03o 46-crown wear 37-remove blockfrom relay 37-replace bad fuses 40-governor cover 31-pipe for ets wires 08-adjust levelling 01-stop switch aux. car sta 02-alarm bell 15-adj
Feb 25, 1998 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46#,46-replace worn and defective hoist ropes
Jan 28, 1998 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46#,39h,46-replace worn and defective hoist ropes 39-regroove traction sheave
Jan 28, 1998 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Non-hazardous
22p,22-replace original top emerg exit cover and secure and lock from top
Jan 28, 1998
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to submit a fourth round technical report: periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 10 of 1980 and the department of building rules and regulations. remedy: file
Dec 12, 1997
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to submit a fourth round technical report: periodic inspection of exterior walls and appuretenances as required by local law 10 of 1980 and the department of buildings rules and regulations. remedy: fil
Dec 11, 1997 · Penalty $400
Resolve
Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall defective approx 20'ox10-0 foot section of masory has collapsed at south wall between 33rd and 34th stories additional rections of masonry wall are cracked buliding an
Dec 8, 1997
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46h.
Dec 5, 1994 · Penalty $100
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46h.
Dec 5, 1994
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46h.
Dec 5, 1994
Resolve
Non-hazardous
74m, 74) safety guard around top of car
Jan 27, 1994
Resolve

Complaints

Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 29, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close
Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 28, 2017 · Apt BLDG
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 1, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 1, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close
Appliance
Electric/gas range
Aug 1, 2011 · Apt 3B
Close
Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 1, 2011 · Apt 3B
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 (O4)
Year built: 1971
Floors: 37
Residential units: —
Building area: 272,532 ft²
Lot area: 12,552 ft²
Zoning: C5-3
Community board: 105
Council district: 4
Block / lot: 1290 / 56
Assessed value: $65,128,950
Landmark / historic district: No

Questions about 540 Madison Avenue

Who owns 540 Madison Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Dw 540 Madison, LLC.

Does 540 Madison Avenue have violations?

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

Is 540 Madison 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 540 Madison Avenue built?

City records list 1971 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.