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838 5 Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10065BBL 1-01379-7504Map

Owner of record: Unavailable Owner

838 5 Avenue is a condominium built in 1951 in Manhattan, 10065. It has 18 residential units across 12 floors. The owner of record is Unavailable Owner. HPD has recorded 5 housing violations here, most recently on October 25, 2019.

HPD violations
5
DOB violations
30
ECB violations
13
HPD complaints
2

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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Last violation Oct 25, 2019

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 · 5

  • 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.

    Oct 25, 2019

    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.

    Oct 25, 2016

    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.

    Oct 1, 2015

    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 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building.

    May 2, 2001

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 30

  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 26, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 26, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 17, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 17, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 28, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 28, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 3, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 3, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 4, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 28, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 28, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 31, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 30, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 30, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 30, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade optional

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

    Dec 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 18, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 18, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 18, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 23, 2004

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 23, 2004

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 23, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 23, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 15, 2003

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p42053

    Apr 22, 2003

    Vw-violation work without permit - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 22, 2003

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p22718

    Nov 15, 2002

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1p24912

    Nov 15, 2002

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    1f4292

    Nov 15, 2002

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Feb 19, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 13

  • Class - 2

    12 story building, responding to complaint, i observed chook susp sf with sws at exp1 and 2. sws has platforms stored on the deck at exp1, and a gang box at exp2. upon viewing the plans, such storage was not in

    Jun 5, 2023 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    12 story building, responding to complaint, i observed closed site, with chooks suspended scaffold at exp1. upon research in the dept records, i discovered that no chook notification has been received, contrary

    Jun 5, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file annual certification that cooling tower 100002543 has been inspected,tested,and disinfected,and that a maintenance plan has been developed and implemented,by 11/1/16.rem:file annual certificatio

    Jun 22, 2017 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file annual certification that cooling tower 100005779 has been inspected,tested,and disinfected,and that a maintenance plan has been developed and implemented,by 11/1/16.rem:file annual certificatio

    Jun 22, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec. 9-01 rigger failed to designated a foreman. noted: mr. robert scotra,did not have a dob's rigging foreman certificate issued by the rigger. remedy: comply w/code.

    Oct 8, 2014 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Pswo (all rigging) issued pursuant to 28-207.2 posted. work w/o a permit. noted: approved cd-5/permit for use of suspended scaffold has beendenied w/objection from cranes & derrick unit,active rigging taken pla

    Oct 8, 2014 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Licensed rigger failed to ensure scaffold workers meet minimum requirements. noted: the following workers on a suspended scaffold in use on exp #2,did not have cert of fitness issued by the rigger 1) martin kol

    Oct 8, 2014 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec. 3314.15.5 not more than 2 workers shall be permitted to work on one scaffold. noted: at time of inspection observed 3 workers on a 2 point suspended scaffold performing work. 1) martin kolerare 2) mario

    Oct 8, 2014 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide sidewalk shed where required. noted: no overhead protection while working on facade of the building (propelling on side of the building). remedy: provide sidewalk shed.

    Feb 17, 2009 · Penalty $4,800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Sec. bc 3314.6.2 lifelines shall be protected from sharp edges. noted: lifelines not protected from sharp edges. (propelling) remedy: comply with code.

    Feb 17, 2009 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Sec. bc3314.6.3 lifelines,tiebacks & suspension ropes shall each be attached to a different point of anchorage. noted: suspension rope & lifeline attached to same i-beam. (propelling) remedy: comply with code.

    Feb 17, 2009 · Penalty $1,600

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Work without a permit. hazardous. noted: 1) removal of a section of each floor approx. 6-7 feet along with the floor joists without pro- viding proof of approval. 2) removal of a portion of west bearing wall

    Sep 29, 1999 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    75u,57o,53d,75-perform 5 year test 57 clean pit 53 provide more light in motor rm.

    Feb 2, 1998 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 18, 2003 · Apt BLDG

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Condominium (RD)
Year built
1951
Floors
12
Residential units
18
Building area
56,729 ft²
Lot area
6,916 ft²
Zoning
R10
Community board
108
Council district
4
Block / lot
1379 / 7504
Assessed value
$10,658,932
Landmark / historic district
Upper East Side Historic District

HPD registration #141846, last renewed Jul 16, 2025.

Questions about 838 5 Avenue

Who owns 838 5 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Unavailable Owner.

Does 838 5 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 5 housing violations at this property.

Is 838 5 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 838 5 Avenue built?

City records list 1951 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 838 5 Avenue?

It has 18 residential units and 31 units in total.

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