440 East 56 Street
Manhattan, NY 10022BBL 1-01367-0031Map
Owner of record: Sutton Manor Apartment INC
440 East 56 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1955 in Manhattan, 10022. It has 82 residential units across 13 floors. The owner of record is Sutton Manor Apartment INC. HPD has recorded 22 housing violations here, most recently on September 6, 2026. 18 of the 22 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 22
- DOB violations
- 33
- ECB violations
- 13
- HPD complaints
- 13
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 22
- BHazardous
Refit lower window sash at the first window from south at west in the kitchen located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 6, 2026 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Refit lower window sash at the first window from east at south wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 6, 2026 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at apartment entrance door in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 6, 2026 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Refit lower window sash at the first window from east at north in the 1st room from north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 6, 2026 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the 1st room from east located at apt phf, 13th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 16, 2023 · Apt PHF
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked. at boiler room
Jan 16, 2023
Open — Invalid certification - 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.
Feb 15, 2022
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.
Feb 15, 2022
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.
Oct 24, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Jan 27, 2017
Open — Nov sent out
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- ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Jan 27, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story
Jan 27, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing at public hall, 1st story
Jan 27, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Jan 27, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story
Jan 27, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - 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 16, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of wood deck on roof at east & southeast.
Mar 3, 1980
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration air conditioner installed in opening out in wall of west 1 sty fire passage to garage.
Mar 3, 1980
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of pipe & canvas awning planters & wood fences installed penthouse sty terraces thru out at east.
Mar 3, 1980
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of and or rotted stockade fence penthouse terrace at center north.
Mar 3, 1980
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of wood fences brick planters installed south west penthouse terrace.
Mar 3, 1980
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
D26-10.01 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of wood lot storage erected over metal cases cellar store room at south east.
Mar 3, 1980
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 33
- Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Feb 22, 2024
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Nov 2, 2023
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, 2023
Dob violation - active - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 2, 2023
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 10, 2021
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 19, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 7, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 6, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 15, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 6, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 6, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 11, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 11, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - 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
Jul 27, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 27, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 2, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 2, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 30, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 30, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 30, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 27, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 27, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Marquee other required
Cmq-marquee other required
Mar 20, 2007
Dob violation - active - Marquee other required
Cmq-marquee other required
Feb 2, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 21, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade required
L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required
Aug 8, 2002
Dob violation - active - Marquee other required
Cmq-marquee other required
Jan 16, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
(15) secure exit cover (51) eliminate excessive noise from genera tor
Jun 21, 1989
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51) repair or replace missing indicator light in car (33+34) replace worn door gibs where needed
Jun 21, 1989
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(7) test and tag.. (47) secure room. (15) secure
May 31, 1989
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(1) remove wood from relay. (7) test and tag
May 31, 1989
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 13
- Class - 2
Ftm: at the time of inspection, observed at property within unit 3b, several windows in poor condition. some window sashes difficult to open due to stuck/rusted handle. several panes had gaps when closed, allow
Oct 1, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to submit a required cycle 8b report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control#804781. remedy: submit required technical report
Oct 15, 2018 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. i observed in cellar/basement gas meter room excessive storage of tv's exercise equipment, snow blower, etc. which is prohibited and not code-compliant and
Dec 6, 2017 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances. note: east and south elevation, exp#2 and 3, flowers/trees/items are hangingimproperly over 13 floor-penthouse balconies; (ii)north elevation, ex
May 25, 2016
Resolve - Class - 1
Rcny 9-01 partial *swo*(suspended scaffold)issued/posted.rigger failed to name a designated foremant.note:2 workers performing facade repairs on suspended scaffold @exp #3-no rigging foreman present @site.stop
Apr 8, 2014 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
3314.15.2 suspended scaffold does not meet code specifications-stirrups placed more than 18" from end of platform.noted:@ time of insp.two workers on a suspended scaffold @ exposure #3 performing facade repairs
Apr 8, 2014 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 3
Work does not conform to approved construction documents and/or approved amendments for this pro cert alt ii job #120837372 dwg: 9.27.11. noted:1)plan (a-101.00) proposes - @ 6th flr kitchen - duct, penetrating
Mar 20, 2012 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report : periodic inspectionof exterior walls and appurtenances as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the department of buildings rules and regulations remedy : file
Mar 19, 2004 · Penalty $700
Resolve - Non-hazardous
52m,40m,40o,57o, 52-provide cover for brake switch 40-provide cove on gov. 57-clean pit.
Jan 12, 1998
Resolve - Non-hazardous
40m,57o, 40-provide cover on gov. 57-clean pit
Jan 12, 1998
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
57o,74ao,74bx,21x. 57 clean pit. 74a clean top car 74b provide cover for electrica equitment top of car. 21 repair basmt indicator.
May 31, 1996
Resolve - Non-hazardous
57o.
May 31, 1996
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Altered building occpied without a valid c of o as required by open alt 1057/87 at apartment 10c & 10e combine. remedy: obtain a new c of o.
Dec 13, 1989 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Complaints
- Door/window
Window frame
Aug 29, 2026 · Apt 3B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jul 24, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 24, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 24, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jul 24, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Dec 28, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 14, 2023 · Apt PHF
Close - Door/window
Window pane
Sep 12, 2022 · Apt 1G
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 11, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 11, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 11, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 9, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Dec 15, 2016 · Apt 5B
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jul 21, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| May 7, 2026 | $1,250,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| May 1, 2026 | $1,115,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Mar 20, 2026 | $650,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Feb 25, 2026 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Feb 5, 2026 | $2,035,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 12, 2026 | $500,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1955
- Floors
- 13
- Residential units
- 82
- Building area
- 90,000 ft²
- Lot area
- 13,665 ft²
- Zoning
- R10
- Community board
- 106
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 1367 / 31
- Assessed value
- $9,779,850
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #119808, last renewed Sep 18, 2025.
Questions about 440 East 56 Street
Who owns 440 East 56 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sutton Manor Apartment INC.
Does 440 East 56 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 22 housing violations at this property.
Is 440 East 56 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 440 East 56 Street built?
City records list 1955 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 440 East 56 Street?
It has 82 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.