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557 Lexington Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01305-0020Map

Owner of record: Sonesta Benjamin Hotel LLC

557 Lexington Avenue is a hotel built in 1927 in Manhattan, 10022. The owner of record is Sonesta Benjamin Hotel LLC. HPD has recorded 9 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026.

HPD violations
9
DOB violations
76
ECB violations
18
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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Last violation Apr 29, 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 · 9

  • 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

    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 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

    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 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

    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 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 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.

    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

DOB building violations · 76

  • Hazardous condition (facade) facade required

    Cycle 9a unsafe report filed

    Mar 2, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 23, 2021

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 23, 2021

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 23, 2021

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 23, 2021

    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 elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 14, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 14, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Residential elevator periodic inspection/test elevatorrequired

    Failure to perform category 5 inspection

    Jun 1, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2015

    Mar 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 13, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 13, 2015

    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

    Jan 31, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 31, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 30, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 30, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 13, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 13, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 13, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 13, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 13, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Failure to benchmark none

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

    Jan 1, 2012

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 13, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 13, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 13, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 13, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 13, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Oct 8, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 16, 2010

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 16, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 16, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 16, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 16, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 14, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 15, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 15, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 15, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 15, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 15, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 1, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Dec 1, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll11/98-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional

    Oct 1, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 14, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 14, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 14, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 14, 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

    Jul 2, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 18

  • Class - 1

    Illegally lowered outdoor sign. work not performed or supervised by a licensed master sign hanger. note: sign lowered/removed was approx 35 x 15 (525 sq ft) requires a master sign hanger. remedy: comply w/code.

    May 20, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o permit.noted 35'x15'(approx) accessory business sign made of fabric & installed on facade."the national"is name of restaurant on 1st flr.rmdy:obtain a permit or restore premises to prior legal conditio

    Dec 3, 2012 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an architect/engineer report certifying exit/directional signs are connected to emergency power source/storage battery equipment.rem:file architect/engineer report

    Jan 27, 2010 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report remedy:file an amended report following remedial repa

    May 22, 2009 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this dept.indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in intial local law 11/98 report.remedy:file an amended report following remedial repai

    Nov 7, 2008 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    59q07,41m07,59b07,66t07,66o02,64b07.59q-light guards for flourescent bulbs.59b-provide better lighting for safety.41m-relay(s) missing 66t-label #1 & #2 car(s) pedistal & stp/sw etc.64b-provide better lighti

    Nov 5, 2007 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Cease use of device until all repairs are made & device is tested by this dept.call 212-566-5542 before returning to service.

    Oct 3, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Installed a sign & brackets w/o a sign permit.remedy:remove illegal signage.

    Feb 12, 2007

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Having signage w/ a surface area greater than 5 times the street frontage of the zoning lot (or more than 500 sq. ft) remedy: remove illegalsignage.

    Feb 12, 2007

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    69m11/ 73i10/ 69=replace cwt spring. 73=remove tie down on switch and repair.

    Oct 20, 2004 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    02l10/

    Oct 20, 2004 · Penalty $180

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    64i10,54b07,28h11,25q03,74m07- 64-i-10 renew damaged comp sheeve cables 54-b-07- provide main line insight with elevators equipment .28-h-11- repair worn guide roller on roller guide . 25 q 03- provide covers f

    Feb 8, 2000 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Operation of a place of assembly without current permit: noted: one p.a space at mezz level and one at 1st floor without p.a permit . remedy: obtain p.a permit

    Jan 12, 2000 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Operation of a pa w/o a current permit. in that no pa permit has beenapproved. 3rd fl meeting hall w/ occupancy of 100 persons. remedy: obtain p/a permit if feasible.

    Nov 12, 1997

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    74l renew joist sadelle and make min support.

    Feb 7, 1994

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to have approved pa plans availble for inspection. remedy: provide approvedpa plans.

    Apr 3, 1990 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to have approved pa plans available for pa inspection remedy provide approve pa plans

    May 23, 1989 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Fail to have appvd p.a.plans avialable for insp.remedy:provide appvd p.a. plans.

    Mar 14, 1989

    Resolve

Complaints

No HPD complaints in our records

Complaint data is still being backfilled from NYC Open Data.

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Hotel (H1)
Year built
1927
Floors
28
Residential units
—
Building area
138,614 ft²
Lot area
7,500 ft²
Zoning
C6-6
Community board
106
Council district
4
Block / lot
1305 / 20
Assessed value
$21,534,750
Landmark / historic district
INDIVIDUAL LANDMARK

HPD registration #103445, last renewed Dec 1, 2025.

Questions about 557 Lexington Avenue

Who owns 557 Lexington Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sonesta Benjamin Hotel LLC.

Does 557 Lexington Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 9 housing violations at this property.

Is 557 Lexington 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 557 Lexington Avenue built?

City records list 1927 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.