135 East 50 Street
Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01305-0023Map
Owner of record: Handler & Co., LLC
135 East 50 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1924 in Manhattan, 10022. It has 104 residential units across 10 floors. The owner of record is Handler & Co., LLC. HPD has recorded 15 housing violations here, most recently on June 29, 2026. 1 of the 15 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 21 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 15
- DOB violations
- 35
- ECB violations
- 30
- HPD complaints
- 43
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 15
- BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell-buzzer intercom system from building entrance to panel at north wall in the private hallway located at apt 10a, 10th story, 5th apartment from east at south
Jun 29, 2026 · Apt 10A
Open — Nov certified late - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye at building entrance door
May 4, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - 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 - 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.
Jun 4, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening key operated lock at fire stair a door at west wall , 1st story
Jan 6, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kickdown door stopper at 2nd door from west at north , 1st story
Jan 6, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove the illegal fastening key operated lock at fire stair b door at public hall east , 1st story
Jan 6, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kickdown door stopper permanently installed at vestibule door at east , 1st story
Jan 6, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kickdown door stopper permanently installed at vestibule door at west , 1st story
Jan 6, 2023
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 2, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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.
Apr 1, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 11, 2016 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - 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 1, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 3l, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 29, 2012 · Apt 3L
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 35
- 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 - 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 - 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 elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 10, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 10, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - 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 - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 26, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 26, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 13, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
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- 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
Sep 16, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 16, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 16, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 22, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 22, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 2, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 2, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade required
L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required
Jun 25, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 5, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 5, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade required
L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required
Aug 8, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p13342
Jan 9, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p13343
Jan 9, 2001
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p13342
Mar 2, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p13343
Mar 2, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p13343
Mar 2, 2000
Dob violation - resolved - Zoning none
Z-zoning none
Jul 28, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jul 28, 1999
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Zoning none
Z-zoning none
Jun 17, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 17, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Zoning none
Z-zoning none
Jun 10, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Zoning none
Z-zoning none
Jun 10, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Zoning none
Z-zoning none
Jun 10, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 30
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code complaint manner: at time of inspection observed stairway exit door at roof level (9th fl.) in e & f line permanently welded shut. stairway exit door at roof level (9th fl.)
Jan 18, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
Permanent dwelling used/converted for other than permanent-residentialpurposes. cert of occupancy #78071 indicates bldg to be legally approved as a class'a'm/d now apt#6h used/converted to transient use. noted
Feb 13, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner lack of a system of automatic sprinklers where is required as per bc 903.2 & 27-954 for transient use. remedy: discontinue illegal occupancy.
Feb 13, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 907.2.8 failure to provide fire alarm system for transient use. remedy: discontinue illegal occupancy.
Feb 13, 2019 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Local law report filed as "unsafe"by architect/engineer,no amended report was filed."unsafe conditions"require safety provisions for the public as per code 27-127(d),ircny 32-03(b)(5)(c),no sidewalk shed fence
Feb 24, 2009
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file an amended 6th 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
Dec 19, 2008
Resolve - Hazardous
Sec 27-129(d)(1)(a):local law filed as "unsafe";unsafe condition exists and no measures taken to secure safety of public as per 27-129 (d) and 1 rcny 32-103 (b)(5)(1).remedy:provide safety measures as per bldg
Jan 15, 2008
Resolve - Non-hazardous
17d06,83f10,21o02,03b01.17-secure 7fl door gib.83-car bounces repair.21-clean down door lock roller assembles.01-increase volume on emergency communication system.
Oct 3, 2007
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. noted: at apartment 5b a bedroom was constructed (3 partition walls u-shape and a peer) remedy: obtain permits required or restore prior legal condition.
Feb 8, 2005
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building.facades issues:-1)south elevation,parapet facade roof overhang shows vertical and step cracks,area of building in shelf angles and open joints,on the west end.remedy:make
May 10, 2004 · Penalty $180
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the dept of bldg rules and regulation remedy file the required
Sep 24, 2003
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior bldg.inproperly installed window a.c units.located on 3rd and 4th and 5th flr of the south elev. remedy:make area safe remove all wood and unattached bracing and blocking and re-ins
May 2, 2003
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report:peridoc inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of bldg rules and regualtions.remedy:file that req
Mar 28, 2003
Resolve - Non-hazardous
39q12,73o02,74l12, (39)replace traction sheave guard(73)front device dirty clean entire device(74)replace car door gate switch roller it wrapped with black tape.
Apr 4, 2000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Operation of a mechanical equipment w/o 1st obtaining an equipment usepermit. note: roof mounted ac unit at front of bldgs 1 story section "comfort maker type. remedy: obtain equipment use permit.
Mar 22, 1999 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit. noted: removal of interior partitions at ground flcommercial space east side of bldg & constructing new metal frame & sheetrock partition. new rance hood & ansal system, new exhaust fan &
Mar 17, 1999
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altere building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy alteration # 750-79. reinspection of 022993c06ed02 and 040589cb2cr01. remedy: obtain a valid c of o.
Feb 6, 1998
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Aleterd building occupied without a c. of o. at time of inspection the first floor witch was altered was occupied wihtout obtaining a c. of o. no. 78079 remedy: obtain c. of o. as per code reevlation.
Feb 21, 1996
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work does not coform to approved plans under alteration 750/79 basement extersion and opening through exterior wall was not constructed with column supports at 1st story extension rear yard.remedy conform to ap
Nov 15, 1995
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy alt#750/79 remedy obtain a valid c of o.
Nov 15, 1995
Resolve - Non-hazardous
46b,57o,53x
May 9, 1994
Resolve - Non-hazardous
30o,02m,11q,53b,61b,62m,62-lites w/cages
Mar 24, 1993
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work does not conform to approved plans under alteration 750/79 basemennt extension and opening through exterior wall was not constructed with column supports at 1st story extension rear yard remedy conform to
Feb 22, 1993 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied without a valid c of o alteration 750/79 remedy obtian a valid c of o or discontine occupancy
Feb 22, 1993 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altrered building occupied without a valid c of o. remedy: obtain a valid c of o. failrue to provide approved plans at time of inspection.
Jan 29, 1990
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall defect is under 1 sty extension at rear yard north there are missing bricks from the rear facade wall. remedy make all necessary repairs to the satisfaction of the dep
Apr 5, 1989 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide approved plans at premises at time of inspection under open alteration 750/79 remedy p-rovide approved plans at premises for inspection
Apr 5, 1989 · Penalty $50
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work does not conform to approved plans under alteration 750/79 in that basement extention and opening thru exterior wall was not constructed colum supprots at 1 sty extention rear yard lot line constructed
Apr 5, 1989 · Penalty $100
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altered building occupied without a valid c of o under alt 750/79 at 1 sty groung level rear used as offices. remedy obtain a valid c of o or discontiue occupancy
Apr 5, 1989 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary that allowed by the c of o. remedy; discontinue illegal use or obtain a new c of o.
Jul 28, 1988 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Complaints
- General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jun 19, 2026 · Apt 10A
Close - General
Mailbox
May 14, 2026 · Apt 2L
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
May 7, 2026 · Apt 2L
Close - Electric
Power outage
May 1, 2026 · Apt 2L
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 14, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 27, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 26, 2025 · Apt 5E
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 9, 2025 · Apt 4D
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 9B
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 30, 2023 · Apt 9B
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Nov 19, 2022 · Apt 4C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Nov 19, 2022 · Apt 4C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 19, 2022 · Apt 4C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Nov 19, 2022 · Apt 4C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 25, 2022 · Apt 5E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Nov 24, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Apr 17, 2021 · Apt 7C
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 17, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 2, 2018 · Apt 6K
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
May 3, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
May 3, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - Door/window
Window frame
May 3, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 3, 2016 · Apt 4A
Close - General
Mold
Aug 28, 2012 · Apt 3L
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jun 21, 2010 · Apt 3H
Close - Paint/plaster
Door/frame
Mar 19, 2010 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 3, 2010 · Apt 6A
Close - Nonconst
Janitor/super
Sep 4, 2008 · Apt 8L
Close - General
Windows
Oct 11, 2007 · Apt 8L
Close - General
Windows
Oct 11, 2007 · Apt 8L
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jul 2, 2007 · Apt 8L
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 17, 2007 · Apt 4B
Close - Nonconst
Janitor/super
Oct 25, 2004 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Cabinet
Oct 1, 2003 · Apt 9A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 1, 2003 · Apt 9A
Close - General
Mold
Oct 1, 2003 · Apt 9A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Oct 1, 2003 · Apt 9A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 1, 2003 · Apt 9A
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 28, 2003 · Apt 8L
Close - Nonconst
Janitor/super
Mar 19, 2003 · Apt 3B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 18, 2003 · Apt 3B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 18, 2003 · Apt 3B
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D7)
- Year built
- 1924
- Floors
- 10
- Residential units
- 104
- Building area
- 70,836 ft²
- Lot area
- 10,934 ft²
- Zoning
- C6-4.5
- Community board
- 106
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 1305 / 23
- Assessed value
- $8,832,150
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #109852, last renewed Sep 23, 2025.
Questions about 135 East 50 Street
Who owns 135 East 50 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Handler & Co., LLC.
Does 135 East 50 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 15 housing violations at this property.
Is 135 East 50 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 21 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 20% of its 104 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 135 East 50 Street built?
City records list 1924 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 135 East 50 Street?
It has 104 residential units and 107 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.