roofy

246 East 53 Street

Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01326-0029Map

Owner of record: Hikari Power Z Co., Ltd.

246 East 53 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10022. It has 20 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Hikari Power Z Co., Ltd.. HPD has recorded 135 housing violations here, most recently on July 16, 2026. 22 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
135
DOB violations
13
ECB violations
6
HPD complaints
89

What to know

Concern
7 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Jul 16, 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 · 135

  • A

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the at east yard

    Jul 16, 2026

    Open — Nov certified on time
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 5C

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    May 18, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all stories and balconies at building rear at fire escape

    May 11, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 11, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 11, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 11, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate lighting of at least 100 watts at 1st fire passage way from north at west

    May 11, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Refit the fire door at boiler room

    May 11, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
Show 40 more ↓
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at boiler room

    May 11, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 29, 2026 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 29, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Open — Violation will be reinspected
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 29, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at cellar at boiler room

    Mar 29, 2026

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 29, 2026 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Mar 29, 2026 · Apt 5D

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Mar 29, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at the ceiling and all walls in the private hallway located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlets at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    § 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder welded shoe of drop ladder at fire escape at building front at fire escape

    Jul 31, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at west wall, east wall and south wall at bulkhead

    May 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department 3rd window frame from south at west wall in the kitchenette located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at west wall, east wall and south wall at bulkhead

    May 19, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 7; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department 1st window frame from south at west wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    May 19, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots at 4th story balcony, rear stack

    May 12, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at west, east and south walls at public hall stairs, 6th story

    May 12, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at west, east and south walls at public hall stairs, 6th story

    May 12, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at west, east and south walls at public hall stairs, 6th story

    May 12, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the construction materials at west fire passageway

    May 12, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 17, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    May 12, 2023 · Apt 17

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall in the kitchenette located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective connection wasteline at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the east wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall in the foyer located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing escutcheon plate at top of steam riser at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st riser from south at west wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective intercom connection from building entrance to intercom panel at east wall in the foyer located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2) 1st riser from south at west wall, 1st window frame from south at west wall in the kitchenette located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the foyer located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Mar 1, 2023 · Apt 8

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 13

  • 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
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test

    Apr 5, 2019

    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 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 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

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
Show 3 more ↓
  • 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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 6

  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection, no certificate of correction filed. failure to certify correction for violation #39147729y issued on 5/12/25, citing excessive amounts of dust and debris in the common hallways and stairc

    Oct 7, 2025 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with tenant protection plan. at time of inspection i observed excessive amounts of dust and debris in the common hallways and staircases of an occupied building. tpp states " if dust is found

    May 12, 2025 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Electrical work performed, (new bx cables, exposed electrical wires, power outlets, and electrical panal boxes) installed without permits throughout buildings., obtain permit; stop all electrical work. make sit

    May 9, 2025 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Licensed rigger failed to ensure scaffold workers met minimum requirements.*scaffold workers had no certificate of fitness at the time of inspection.2-licensed rigger designated an unqualified foreman.*there wa

    May 14, 2007 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Operation of crane,derrick or hoisting equipment in an unsafe manner.*inadequate amount of safety lines.*c-hooks not set properly.*-safety line not anchored to a secure structure.*scaffold worker working outsid

    May 14, 2007

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Use of rigging equipment w/o a special riggers license.approved plans not available for inspection.(no "cd 5 filing for matrial hoist).

    Oct 29, 2006 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 4B12

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 14, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Jul 14, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Apr 24, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Apr 24, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 24, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Apr 24, 2026 · Apt 5B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 29, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 29, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 29, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
Show 40 more ↓
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 28, 2026 · Apt 5D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 11, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 11, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Jan 11, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Jan 11, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 18, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 18, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 16, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 12AOR4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 15, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 14, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 13, 2025 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 6, 2025 · Apt 165B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 14, 2024 · Apt 12

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jul 28, 2024 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 1, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 19, 2023 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 19, 2023 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Mar 29, 2023 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 28, 2023 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Feb 28, 2023 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 28, 2023 · Apt 8

    Close
  • General

    Cooking gas

    Feb 26, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 26, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Feb 24, 2023 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 24, 2023 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 24, 2023 · Apt 8

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 24, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 24, 2023 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Feb 24, 2023 · Apt 10

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 23, 2023 · Apt 15

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 23, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Apr 20, 2026$15,200,000Rentals - walkup apartments22

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C7)
Year built
1900
Floors
6
Residential units
20
Building area
12,915 ft²
Lot area
3,347 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
106
Council district
4
Block / lot
1326 / 29
Assessed value
$2,192,850
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #126535, last renewed Jun 16, 2026.

Questions about 246 East 53 Street

Who owns 246 East 53 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Hikari Power Z Co., Ltd..

Does 246 East 53 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 135 housing violations at this property.

Is 246 East 53 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 246 East 53 Street built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 246 East 53 Street?

It has 20 residential units and 22 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.