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137 East 44 Street

Manhattan, NY 10017BBL 1-01299-0023Map

Owner of record: Hotel Grand Central LLC

137 East 44 Street is a hotel built in 1916 in Manhattan, 10017. The owner of record is Hotel Grand Central LLC. HPD has recorded 7 housing violations here, most recently on November 22, 2024.

HPD violations
7
DOB violations
45
ECB violations
14
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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Last violation Nov 22, 2024

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 · 7

  • 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.

    Mar 15, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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
  • 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 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 15, 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.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 45

  • 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 - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Jun 2, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 9a technical report by 02/21/2022

    Feb 22, 2022

    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, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2019

    Jun 29, 2020

    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, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 8a technical report by 02/21/2017

    May 31, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 16, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 16, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 16, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 2, 2015

    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, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 20, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 20, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 1, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 1, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 23, 2012

    Dob violation - active
  • 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
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 3, 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

    Sep 8, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 29, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 29, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 29, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 8, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 8, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Emergency power none

    Ll2604e-emergency power none

    Mar 31, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional

    Nov 30, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 14, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 14, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 2, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Apr 21, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 17, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Mar 21, 2003

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade facade required

    L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required

    Aug 8, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Jan 20, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 22, 1990

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (07)have elec. eyes in proper working order

    Sep 14, 1989

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    (74)provide no smoking sign in cab of elevator

    Sep 14, 1989

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 29, 1988

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 14

  • Class - 2

    Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 9a report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control#904449.remedy:submit acceptable require

    Dec 9, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to submit acceptable 8th round report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior walls and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control#804449. rmdy:submit required technical report.

    May 18, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Equipment on site is contrary to approved plan. all equipment must be installed as per approved cd/5 plan. note: at time of inspection i observed suspended scaffold in use that is contrary to the approved cd/5

    Mar 9, 2018 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec. 3314.4.5.4 training toe suspended scaffold. workers are required to have minimum training before installing using suspended scaffold. note: at time of inspection i observed the worker misael cruz performin

    Mar 9, 2018 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    No storage on sites. pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications. note: at time of inspection i observed sidewalk shed in place w/storage of materials & debris on shed roof & that does not meet pede

    Mar 9, 2018 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg facade & appurtenances. note: south elevation exp#1 missing & deteriorating mortar w/broken pieces observed on water table. crack observed below parapet wall light well.

    May 9, 2017 · Penalty $500

    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. rules & regulations

    May 10, 2010 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to submit an acceptable sixth round technical report in compliance w/code provisions periodic inspection of exterior walls & appurtenances as required by article 28.302 and the dept of bldg rules & regu

    Dec 12, 2008 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to an amended round five round technical report inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law of11/98 and the dept of bvldg rules and regulation remedy file the required

    Sep 24, 2003 · Penalty $1,750

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to submit a fifth round report:periodic inspection of exteriorwalls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of bldgs rules and regulations.remedy:file the required repor

    Mar 28, 2003 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
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  • Hazardous

    Work does not conform to approved plans. noteed:removal of fire rate cenclosure at stire lind a all fl. west side of bldg. and reduced the rating with 21/2 sheetrock installed a laundry shoot within the 2 means

    Feb 2, 1999 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Altered bldg occupied w/o a valid c of o. alteration type 1 #101581833noted: 9th fl being occupied rms #904,905,909,913 &915 at time of inspection w/o c of o. remedy: obtain valid c of o.

    Dec 9, 1998

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    40m 50y 73o 20d perform 5 year test properly tag device and file elev 3 form 20 in basement

    Feb 22, 1996 · Penalty $100

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    40m 50y 73o 20d perform 5 year test. properly tag device and file elevator 3 form , 20 in basement

    Feb 22, 1996 · Penalty $100

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 9, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 19, 2022 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Nov 18, 2009 · Apt 811

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Hotel (H2)
Year built
1916
Floors
10
Residential units
—
Building area
64,614 ft²
Lot area
10,041 ft²
Zoning
C5-2.5
Community board
106
Council district
4
Block / lot
1299 / 23
Assessed value
$12,763,350
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #143643, last renewed Sep 4, 2025.

Questions about 137 East 44 Street

Who owns 137 East 44 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Hotel Grand Central LLC.

Does 137 East 44 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 7 housing violations at this property.

Is 137 East 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 137 East 44 Street built?

City records list 1916 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.