870 5 Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10065BBL 1-01383-0001Map
Owner of record: 870 Fifth Ave Corp
870 5 Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1949 in Manhattan, 10065. It has 94 residential units across 20 floors. The owner of record is 870 Fifth Ave Corp. HPD has recorded 186 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 49 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 186
- DOB violations
- 70
- ECB violations
- 44
- HPD complaints
- 148
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 · 186
- 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
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak above ceiling in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 9H
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 suspended acoustic ceiling in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east wall in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at gas range in the kitchen located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
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 suspended ceiling in the 1st bathroom from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electric wires on north wall in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly secure the loose 2nd light fixture from west at ceiling in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and all walls in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
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 suspended plywood and mirror glass panels installed at ceiling in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed electric wires on all walls throughout in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electric outlets on all walls throughout in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, apartment at east
Jul 3, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 31, 2024 · Apt 9H
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 suspended ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 31, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east, south and west walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 31, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 31, 2024 · Apt 9H
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 mirrored panels over plywood installed at ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at west wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed wires at north wall in the 3rd room from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the 3rd room from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at all walls at alcove in the 3rd room from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the 3rd room from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose light fixture at ceiling at alcove in the 3rd room from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from north at center located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north at center located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 9H
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 suspended lighted panels at ceiling in the 1st room from north at center located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 6, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and all walls in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and all walls in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls at alcove in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair and abate unsafe electric wiring condition consisting of exposed wires at north wall at alcove in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose light fixture at ceiling at alcove in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective hardwood floor at alcove in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls at alcove in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
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 consisting of dropped wood ceiling installed at alcove in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
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 consisting of mirrored panels over plywood installed at ceiling in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
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 consisting of a suspended lighted panels at ceiling in the 1st room from north at center located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north at center located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from north at center located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose faucet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 9h, 9th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 70
- Construction other optional
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.as noted at time of inspection,i observed exp1 south elev,spalling,damaged brick on 11t h fl next to terrace coping stone.exp3 north elev,spalling,damaged flo or slab at the underside of slab on the 12th fl.remedy:repair and/or r eplace damaged masonry on the 11th fl at terrace coping stone on exp1
Sep 16, 2025
Dob violation - active - Failure to correct swarmp conditions (facade) facade required
Failure to correct swarmp conditions
Aug 1, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 29, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Hazardous condition (facade) facade required
Cycle 9c unsafe report filed
Feb 21, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Dec 1, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 4, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Dec 1, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Aug 4, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 26, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 17, 2019
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 17, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 17, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 17, 2019
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 17, 2019
Dob violation - active - 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 2016 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 26, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
Jul 17, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 17, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - 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 2015 cat 1 insp/tst
Jan 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 8, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 8, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 8, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 8, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 30, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 30, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 30, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 30, 2014
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 7, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 7, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 7, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 7, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 22, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 22, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 22, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 22, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 23, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 23, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 23, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 23, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 11, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 11, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 11, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 11, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 3, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 3, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 44
- Class - 2
Unable to gain access. certificate of correction not submitted for class 1 failure to maintain violation #35657423x issued on 2/14/2023 for acoustical ceiling water damage in apartment 9h., file a certificate o
Mar 24, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances. note: at the time of inspection observed: (1)cracked window glass at expo #4(east elev.) between 17th and 20th floor. (2)cracked and broken window
Apr 4, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings. at time of inspection, respondent has failed to file a certificate of correction for ecb summons
Feb 12, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons #35658582h issued on 01/06/2023, and failure to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1 rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptable cert
Jan 29, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
I observed in apartment 9h removal of recessed light fixture from my previous inspection and installation of new junction box and and cover. no application on file with d.o.b., obtain permit
Aug 13, 2024 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts: failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in the summons/violation#35657423x issued on 02/14/2023 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01, com
May 24, 2024 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
I observed in apartment 9h defective rusted fixtures branch wiring ungrounded switches and electrical raceway in the is corroded living room area caused by leaking from the outside of the building, comply with
Apr 12, 2024 · Penalty $8,000
Active - Class - 1
Unlawful acts: failure to comply with commissioner's orders as stated in ecb # 35657423x issued on 02/14/2023 and file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. failure to safeguard per
Mar 7, 2024 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
In living room and bedroom removed doors to terrace and installed windows. bedroom plan shows door with 2 side windows,living room shows door. no permits issued for this work, obtain permit
Mar 1, 2024
Resolve - Class - 2
In apt 9h, in living room soffit above window open,ceiling in bathroom open and water stains on ceiling., repair and/or replace
Mar 1, 2024 · Penalty $625
Active
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- Class - 1
Unlawful acts: failure to comply with commissioners orders as stated in ecb# 35657423x issued on 02/16/2023 pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01., comply with commissioner's order; file a certificate of correc
Dec 19, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
At the time of inspection, observed inadequately maintained supported scaffold at exposure 4. ripped netting, loose and deteriorated planks and cracked stairs observed in multiple location. no use of supported
Oct 5, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
On 4/26/2023 i observed in apartment 9h defective rusted fixtures branch wiring ungrounded switches and electrical raceway in the is corroded living room area caused by leaking from the outside of the building.
Aug 30, 2023 · Penalty $1,600
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. at the time of inspection at unit 9h observed the concrete slab and wall, plaster, casing around the window and ceiling in the living room are deterioratin
Jul 20, 2023 · Penalty $625
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.note at time of inspection,observed in apt#9h in the bathroom behind the kitchen.the ceiling above the acoustical drop ceiling.the ceiling has water damage
Feb 14, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
3303.10 failure to comply with tenant protection plan.note at time of inspection,observed work being performed on the facade under the aforementioned job number.the contractor failed to comply with the health r
Feb 14, 2023 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
28-201.1 inadequate tenant protection plan. note:at time of inspection,observed work being performed under the aforementioned job #,the submitted tpp lacks specific means and method of protecting tenants on hea
Jan 13, 2023 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
28-201.1 inadequate tenant protection plan.note:at time of inspection observed work being performed under aforementioned job number submitted tpp lack/specifica means & methods of protecting tenants on health r
Jan 13, 2023
Resolve - Class - 2
Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment apparatus,materials,devices,appliaces or wiring in use.on 1/6/23 at 12:15pm observed in apt #9h live exposed wiring throughout apt defective fixtures live expos
Jan 6, 2023 · Penalty $400
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings. note: observed the respondent failed to comply with the commissioner's order to file a c of
Sep 1, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. note: at time of inspection, observed furniture tables have been hazardously stored at front of the elevator and apartment doors in the hallway blocking eg
Sep 1, 2022
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.noted:at time ofinspection at an occupied family dwelling observed in unit#9h deterioration of concrete plaster casing around the windows in sunroom and cei
Jun 30, 2022 · Penalty $312
Active - Class - 2
Supported scaffolding permit m00504286 expired 5-17-2022 stop all use of supported scaffold.renew permit
Jun 30, 2022
Resolve - Class - 2
Unapproved,unsafe,unsuitable electrical equipment,devices,apparatus,appliances,materials or wiring in use.defective electrical fixtures throghout apt9h.also exposed electrical wirinf in living room and wiring i
Jun 7, 2022 · Penalty $800
Active - Class - 2
At time of inspection at the above address on the above date , i observed in apt 9h kitchen sink removed without a permit , no working kitchen sink in apt 9h photo taken., obtain all permits
Jun 1, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
103-04.failure to repiar swarmp conditions in a timely manner.owner failed to repair cracked brick masonry deteriorating/damaged mortar joints,rusted/deflecting linters,etc. within the time frame recommended by
Apr 8, 2022 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances.note observed at all 4 exposures cracked brick masonry deteriorating/damaged mortar joints,rusted/deflecting lintels.roof observed cracked brick ma
Apr 8, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
At 9 floor apt. 9h balcony wall has vertical crack and loose brick., repair and/or replace
Aug 10, 2021 · Penalty $1,562
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner: observed in apartment 9h deterioration of the concrete, wood and plaster casing around the windows in the sunroom. also observed the ceiling in the living
May 4, 2021 · Penalty $625
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.observed building does not have access panel for gaslock wing value on the ninth floor for apt 9n.remedy:repair and replace.
May 4, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain buildings wall(s) or appurtenances: upon inspection observed the exterior wall at exposure #1 from apartment 9h with cracks. observed the exterior wall of the terrace has several vertical an
May 4, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtances note:at the time of inspection observed at exposure 1,south elevation:step cracked brick masonry at 1st window pine by east elevation and a cracked f
Apr 9, 2021
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior building facade and appurtenances. note:at time of inspection,observed at 1)exposure#1,south elev.(e.68 st);step cracked brick masonry at 1st window line by east elev. (i)severely c
Jan 27, 2021 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
3314.6.3: life lines, tiebacks and suspension ropes shall each be attached to a different point of anchorage. noted: at exposure # 3, observed life line and tieback for windsafe outrigger beam were not independ
Dec 9, 2011 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
52o02 56y13 37o02 68m07 69b07 56y-repair & seal glow parking 37o-clean secondary 69b-provide yr on date tag
Jan 12, 2011 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
52k10 45u05 37o02 56o02 68m07 69b07 39o02 37o-clean secondary 69b-provide yr on data tag
Jan 12, 2011 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
39o02.59x10.40b01.86bb05.39o clean secondary 59x repair light in secondary 40b adjust mr door to be self closing 86bb perform & file current2yr test
Mar 3, 2008 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
55y10.39o02.66o02.64x10.86bb05.51o02. 55y repair oil leak 390 clean secondary 66o clean pit 64x repair pit light 86bb perform & file current2yr test 510 clean hoist ropes
Mar 3, 2008 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Hazardous
All suspension elements are vertical and in aparallel plane to the wall at all times
Feb 29, 2000 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Hazardous
Out riggers set up contrary to dept of building plans and application s
Feb 29, 2000 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
33b 40u 55m 33 provide 40 5yr test 55 proivde
Jul 26, 1999
Resolve - Non-hazardous
57o,35o,35#,53x,74#, (35) repair all broken windows. (74) repair cieling over devvice in mtr room.
Jan 22, 1992 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
07l;73m;73.provide electric eyes on car door.
Apr 27, 1991 · Penalty $75
Resolve - Non-hazardous
07x;73x;73.vision to proper operation electric eye.
Apr 27, 1991 · Penalty $75
Resolve
Complaints
- Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 22, 2025 · Apt 9H
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jan 22, 2025 · Apt 9H
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jan 15, 2025 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 15, 2025 · Apt 9H
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jan 15, 2025 · Apt 9H
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 9H
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Jan 13, 2025 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 11, 2025 · Apt 9H
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 11, 2025 · Apt 9H
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 11, 2025 · Apt 9H
Close
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- Electric
Wiring
Jan 11, 2025 · Apt 9H
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Dec 27, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Dec 27, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Electric
Lighting
Dec 19, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Electric
Wiring
Dec 19, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Electric
No lighting
Aug 6, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jul 22, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jun 21, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jun 21, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 30, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Mar 5, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Feb 29, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Feb 29, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jan 18, 2024 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Dec 12, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 5, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Electric
Wiring
Oct 5, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 5, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Oct 5, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Oct 5, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Oct 5, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 20, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 20, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Aug 23, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Electric
Wiring
Aug 23, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 23, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 15, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 15, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 15, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jun 15, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
May 3, 2023 · Apt 98
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 10, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 17, 2023 · Apt 9H
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2026 | $3,550,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Non-market transfer | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1949
- Floors
- 20
- Residential units
- 94
- Building area
- 235,448 ft²
- Lot area
- 17,750 ft²
- Zoning
- R10
- Community board
- 108
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 1383 / 1
- Assessed value
- $29,266,650
- Landmark / historic district
- Upper East Side Historic District
HPD registration #114897, last renewed Jul 11, 2025.
Questions about 870 5 Avenue
Who owns 870 5 Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 870 Fifth Ave Corp.
Does 870 5 Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 186 housing violations at this property.
Is 870 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 870 5 Avenue built?
City records list 1949 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 870 5 Avenue?
It has 94 residential units and 102 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.