131 East 85 Street
Manhattan, NY 10028BBL 1-01514-0016Map
Owner of record: Sammy Group L.l.c.
131 East 85 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1985 in Manhattan, 10028. It has 23 residential units across 7 floors. The owner of record is Sammy Group L.l.c.. HPD has recorded 600 housing violations here, most recently on September 26, 2026. 33 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 4 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 600
- DOB violations
- 42
- ECB violations
- 84
- HPD complaints
- 731
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 600
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 26, 2026 · Apt 4SE
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 3rd room from north located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 26, 2026 · Apt 4SE
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 6w, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 6W
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective . caulking at bathtub and ceramic tiled floor in the bathroom located at apt 6w, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 6W
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at upper sash window in the kitchen located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective couter balances at fire escape window in the 5th room from north at west located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective upper sash wood window frame in the 1st room from north located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective shut off valve at radiator in the 1st room from north located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 5th room from north at west located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S
Open — Violation will be reinspected - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 3S
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system at basement at boiler room
Sep 10, 2026
Open — Violation will be reinspected - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and south wall in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 6w, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 6W
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective sloping wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 6w, 6th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 6W
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood sub floor at public hall, 4th story
Sep 10, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 4SE
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 4SE
Open — Violation will be reinspected - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 20, 2026 · Apt 4SE
Open — Violation will be reinspected - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3se, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jul 17, 2026 · Apt 3SE
Open — Violation will be reinspected - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3se, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jul 17, 2026 · Apt 3SE
Open — Violation will be reinspected - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice regarding rent stabilization law, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a conspicuous location within the common area at the buildings entrance. for more information about signage requirements, please visit: https://www.nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-and-information/required-signage.page
Jul 17, 2026
Open — Violation will be reinspected - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling. in the bathroom located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 5W
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 5W
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sqft at east wall. in the bathroom located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 18257850 issued 27-sep-25 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code 27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Sep 27, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Open — Defect letter issued - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sqft at east wall. in the bathroom located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 27, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood window frame in the kitchen located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 10, 2025 · Apt 3S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective counter balance at lower window sash in the kitchen located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 10, 2025 · Apt 3S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Refit lower window sash in the kitchen located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 10, 2025 · Apt 3S
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 4s1, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Jul 25, 2025 · Apt 4S1
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 25, 2025 · Apt 5W
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 20, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 20, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 4th room from north located at apt 5se, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5SE
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Refit door in the entrance in the bathroom located at apt 5se, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5SE
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit door in the entrance in the 4th room from north located at apt 5se, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 16, 2025 · Apt 5SE
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
§ 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition subdivision of unit 5n into two class a apartments creating 5n and 5w. located at apt 5n, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 11, 2025 · Apt 5N
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
§ 300, 301, 302, m/d law file plans and obtain a certificate of occupancy to legalize the following alteration or restore premises to prior legal condition subdivision of unit 7s into two class a apartments creating 7s1 and 7s2. located at apt 7s, 7th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 11, 2025 · Apt 7S
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall at public hall stairs, 7th story
Jul 9, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective intercom system at west wall in the kitchenette located at apt 4se, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor by radiator in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 7s1, 7th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 7S1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of l-brackets installed at fire escape window preventing it from fully opening in the 4th room from north located at apt 7e, 7th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 7E
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall by intercom panel in the foyer located at apt 7e, 7th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 7E
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Refit closet door in the foyer located at apt 7e, 7th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 7E
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 5W
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide peep hole at door in the entrance located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 5W
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective coutner weight at lower window sash in the kitchen located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 3S
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall in the bathroom located at apt 5n, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 5N
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor by radiator in the kitchen located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 9, 2025 · Apt 5W
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 42
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 11, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 11, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 15, 2024
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 6, 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, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
The dob hereby orders you to stop all work under job # m00486050 - except to make site safe - due to special inspector alberto roman, pe, surrendered all filing privileges
Aug 24, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
The dob hereby orders you to stop all work under job # m00486050 - except to make site safe - due to special inspector alberto roman, pe, surrendered all filing privileges
Aug 24, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 14, 2020
Dob violation - resolved - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Install approximately 105linear feet sidewalk shed along lexington ave and approximately 38linear feet sidewalk shed along east 85th street
Jan 30, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 31, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Feb 14, 2017
Dob violation - active - Facade safety program facade required
Fisp-facade safety program facade required
Feb 14, 2017
Dob violation - active - 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
Oct 6, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jun 15, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 21, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 9, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 10, 2014
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 - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 26, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Aug 23, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 16, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade optional
Cycle 7 unsafe report filed
Feb 17, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 12, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 8, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 22, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 22, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Facade facade optional
Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 30, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade facade required
L1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade required
Jun 25, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 12, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Nov 19, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 11, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 29, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p7980
Mar 27, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p7980
Jan 17, 2002
Dob violation - resolved - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jan 5, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade facade optional
Ll10/80-local law 10/80 - facade facade optional
May 16, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 15, 1992
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed - Facade facade optional
Ll1080-local law 10/80 - facade facade optional
Jul 1, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade facade optional
Ll1080-local law 10/80 - facade facade optional
Jul 1, 1992
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 84
- Class - 1
At time of inspection, conditions consistent with class 1 violation #39150979y issued 6/13/2025 observed for occupancy without a valid certificate of occupancy. c of o #1047931-0000001 issued 12/19/2014 expired
May 19, 2026 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
At time of inspection, observed building occupancy is contrary to what's listed in latest c of o #101293921, which states only bank lounge and commercial offices is allowed. seen the second floor is being occup
Feb 6, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Cease use items: (1)door zone restrictor inoperative. effect repair. (2) all floor stops are not level in both directions which can cause a tripping hazard. effect repair. remedy: restore to service immediately
Jan 9, 2026 · Penalty $1,280
Resolve - Class - 1
1) the only elevator in section of building or building is out-of-service. restore to service immediately and notify nyc dob that the device has been returned to service by calling 212-393-2520 and email eir@bu
Jan 6, 2026 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Class 2 item: car was out of service upon arrival. proved to lock out tag out this device.
Dec 19, 2025
Resolve - Class - 1
Class1. the door zone restrictor is inoperative. replace bracket. the fuse bypass on controller. replace fuse. class2. the device of level on 1, 2, 4, 6 floors. adjust floor levels. the machine brake needs to b
Oct 30, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
R t s ,. elevator in building out of service . up on inspection the device is found to be out of service, repair and restore to service immediately ..re inspection required
Oct 7, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
: failure to maintain buildi g nin code compliant manner. service elevator equipment as per bc3001.2 & 27-987. upon inspection, the device is found to be out of service, creating a hazardous condition per 1rcny
Sep 17, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
(cease use has not been lifted). failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. service elevator equipment as per bc3001.2 & 27-987. upon inspection, the device is found to be out of service, creating a
Aug 22, 2025 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 1
Class 1 rts:failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. service elevator equipment as per bc3001.2 & 27-987. upon inspection,the only device in the building is found to be out of service for a month
Jul 25, 2025 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o and department of buildings records. illegal subdivision of unit 7s into two class "a" apartments creating 7s1 and 7s2. located at apt 7s 7th story. 1st apartment fr
Jul 11, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o and department of buildings records. illegal subdivision of unit 5n into two class "a" apartments creating 5n and 5w. located at apt 5n, 5th story 1st apartment from
Jul 11, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
At time of inspection observed no emergency lighting/exit signs located at 2nd through 7th floors., repair and/or replace lighting
Jul 9, 2025 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
At time of inspection i observed cumbustable materials, (card broad boxes, ac units, desks and maitainance supplies etc.) being stored in electrical meter room and electrical mechanical room located at cellar l
Jul 9, 2025 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Cease use item: door zone restrictor inoperative. this is a safety feature which ensures passenger safety. remedy: to restore service, email the d.o.b. [email protected]. elevator division at for a reinspec
Jun 25, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Building or open lot occupied without a valid certificate of occupancy. i observed the building was occupied without a valid c of o. certificate of occupancy #1047931-0000001 issued 12/19/2024, expired 03/19/20
Jun 13, 2025 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 2
Unlicensed agency performingservice on passenger cars. the owner shall have a maintenance contract with an approved agency to perform elevator repair work and maintenance. remedy: provide a written contract wit
Sep 17, 2024
Resolve - Class - 2
No code data plate. (date of installation). main drive sheave needs tobe re-grooved. hoist motor bearing noisy. provide contact information for access.
Sep 17, 2024 · Penalty $1,562
Resolve - Class - 2
Provide an updated mcp and log information. provide a guard for top of car light. clean entire pit area.
Sep 10, 2024
Resolve - Class - 1
Class 1 restore to service. rcny11-02 elevator and escalator violations constituting a condition dangerous to human life and safety. (a) dangerous conditions. any of the following elevator and escalator violati
Aug 27, 2024 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Class 1: upon inspection found device to be out of service. this presents a safety hazzard to special needs residents & first responders. restore to service repair immediately as per 1rcny 11-02. when serrvice
Jun 5, 2024 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Cease use item. door zone restrictor has been tampered with/ disabled and rendered inoperative. this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers' safety. repair restrictor and contact nycdob at eir@buildin
Mar 25, 2024 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to thatallowed by the certificate of occupancy or building dept. record.ýobserved building consist of following apartments¨ on the 7 th floor-apt. 751, apt. 752, apt. 7e, apt. 7n, apt. 7w on
Mar 12, 2024 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary. final co #123372527 indicates premises as 23 apts. noted: at time of inspection observed 26 labeled apts and 26 mailboxes labeled to correspond with apts., discontinue illegal occupancy or a
Dec 27, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Illegal occupancy with 3 or more additional dwelling units. final co #123372527 indicates 23 apts. 7th fl as 4 class "a" apts. noted at 7th fl observed 5 class "a" apts. add'l apts located on the 4th and 5th fl
Dec 27, 2023 · Penalty $15,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Illegal occupancy with 3 or more additional dwelling units. final co #123372527 indicates 4th fl as 5 class "a" apts. noted: at 4th fl observed 6 class "a" apts. add'l apts located on the 5th and 7th fl., resto
Dec 27, 2023 · Penalty $15,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Illegal occupancy with 3 or more additional dwelling units. final co #123372527 indicates 23 apts. 5th fl as 4 class "a" apts. noted at 5th fl observed 5 class "a" apts. add'l apts located on the 4th and 7th fl
Dec 27, 2023 · Penalty $15,000
Resolve - Class - 2
At the time of inspection i observed in apartment 7n & 7w new electrical work new branch wiring outlets switches fixtures boxes panel box and with breakers no application filed with d.o.b. at the time of inspec
Jun 13, 2023 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
At the time of inspection i observed defective fixtures throughout apartment 6w, comply with ec
Jun 13, 2023 · Penalty $800
Active - Class - 1
C/u;5x10,44h8,8v1,40d6,15m7:c/u 5-inoperative door restrictor must repair immediately this is a safety device that ensures passenger safety/44-worn traction sheave regroove/c/u 8-car floor to landing sill not l
Apr 26, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
I observed in basement area gas meter room being used as storage for different items is prohibited as per fgc appendix e.3.3 i also observed in boiler room no ventilation for heating equipment which is prohibit
Apr 19, 2023 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 1
97-x-17.entire devide inoperative.upon inspection the only device in building is found to be out of service on a seventh story building creating hazardous condition as per 1rcny 11-02.remedy:restore device to
Mar 29, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Class 1: cease use: 8.j.1 car floor to landing sill not level. adjust car to level at every floor stop. (cu) 5.j.1 car door gate misaligned door does not fully close leaving gap. adjust door to close correctly
Dec 23, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Dlm defective. repair, re inspection required. , communication defective repair, car door sill and hoist way door sill not in level, adjust.
Nov 21, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Unapproved unsafe unsuitable electrical equipment devices apparatus appliances materials or wiring in use exposed electrical wiring in 1fl hallway &on roof defective fixture in apt6w bathrm comply w/ec code
Jun 8, 2022 · Penalty $4,000
Active - Class - 2
Ec210.12b failure to provide cover faceplate lampholders luminaire canopy for electrical outlet splice box covers missing thruout bsmt comply w/ec code
Jun 8, 2022 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 2
Electrical work w/o permit observed@8am 1fire alarm disconnect switch installed in bsmt also exit lights hall lights&apt6s outlets,switches&fixtures no app on file for electrical work in bsmt obtain permit
Jun 8, 2022 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Hoist machine brake maintenance tag expired. provide. maintenance log missing provide. elevator not reach to 7th floor repair. communication defective repair.
Jun 8, 2022 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/out a permit.at time of inspection of above premises observed through public corridor electrical work w/out a permit.electrical workconsists of new lights,exposed electrical wires.as per dept records no
Mar 24, 2022 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 2
Remain of sidewalk shed and other types of safety measures without department apporval.noted: at the time of inspection the building facadeswere still designated as unsafe. the amended report (tr6) required
Mar 5, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior bldg facade & appurtenances. roof level, observed debris/tools/nails that are loose on roof floor. east elevation exp#1 observed missing fire escape landing grill. rem: maintain ext
Jun 14, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to take & provide safety measures/sidewalk shed, netting etc where required to protect & secure public safety from documented unsafe facade as per 1rcny 103-04. facade technical report fisp3 notificatio
Mar 8, 2017 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file acceptable amended report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report. agg2 history of noncompliance on 36027499m,36006577x. remedy: file acceptable
Nov 7, 2016 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
334,15,50a:34-need to install boiler rm door for boiler rm.50a-need to clean boiler rm of all debris.
Mar 22, 2016 · Penalty $1,000
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain sidewalk shed as required by code.noted:at time of insp.sidewalk shed erected undr job#140159245 along exp.1 and exp.2 is poorly maintained in that it is missing the red light used to locate
Jan 6, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
08j01,40s04,02b07. 08j01-elevator doesn't level incorrectly at floors,adjust; 40s04-2"hole in motor room wall, pitch; 02b07-made many attempts to reach same person outside come only answering machine put on hol
Dec 22, 2015 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.defects noted:the bldg is currently occupied @ fls 3 through 7 w/fire ecsape drop ladder @ northeast section of bldg bent & missing,rungs creating a hazard cond
Jul 28, 2015 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. defects noted: the bldg is currently occupied at floors 3 through 7 w/fire escape drop ladder at north/east section of bldg bent & missing rungs creating a
Jun 18, 2015 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to safeguard public & property affected by construction operations. noted: work in progress at cellar,1st & 2nd fl including weldingsteel members at 2nd fl w/bldg currently occupied at 3rd,4th,5th,6th &
Jun 18, 2015 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
Filed a certificate containing a material false statement. noted: sec 26 regarding occupancy of bldg is indicated as'no'. pw1 forms also indicate bldg is an unoccupied bldg. job #121349558 apt #7e occupied.
Jun 18, 2015 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve
Complaints
- Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 23, 2026 · Apt 5SE
Open - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 4SE
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 6W
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 6W
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 7E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 3S
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 3S
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 3S
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 3S
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 5SE
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 5, 2026 · Apt 5SE
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 1, 2026 · Apt 4SE
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 27, 2026 · Apt 4SE
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 13, 2026 · Apt 4SE
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 7, 2026 · Apt 3SE
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 26, 2026 · Apt 3NE
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 17, 2026 · Apt 5SE
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 1, 2026 · Apt 5S
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 2, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Feb 27, 2026 · Apt 5SE
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 27, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 13, 2026 · Apt 4SE
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 74
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 74
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 74
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 18, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jan 18, 2026 · Apt 74
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 16, 2026 · Apt 4SE
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 6SE
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 6SE
Close - Outside building
Roof door/hatch
Dec 17, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 6SE
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 6W
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 17, 2025 · Apt 6W
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 2, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 28, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 11, 2025 · Apt 4S1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 11, 2025 · Apt 5W
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 11, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Oct 29, 2025 · Apt 5W
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Oct 24, 2025 · Apt 7E
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 23, 2025 · Apt 4S1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 23, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 23, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 16, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 9, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 28, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 28, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Sep 28, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 24, 2025 · Apt 4SE
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D7)
- Year built
- 1985
- Floors
- 7
- Residential units
- 23
- Building area
- 27,935 ft²
- Lot area
- 3,750 ft²
- Zoning
- C5-1A
- Community board
- 108
- Council district
- 4
- Block / lot
- 1514 / 16
- Assessed value
- $5,503,050
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #103005, last renewed Mar 30, 2026.
Questions about 131 East 85 Street
Who owns 131 East 85 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sammy Group L.l.c..
Does 131 East 85 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 600 housing violations at this property.
Is 131 East 85 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 4 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 17% of its 23 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 131 East 85 Street built?
City records list 1985 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 131 East 85 Street?
It has 23 residential units and 26 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.