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227 East 81 Street

Manhattan, NY 10028BBL 1-01527-0013Map

Owner of record: Muir , James Thomas

227 East 81 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10028. It has 13 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Muir , James Thomas. HPD has recorded 43 housing violations here, most recently on June 5, 2024. 23 of the 43 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
43
DOB violations
11
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
57

What to know

Concern
4 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Jun 5, 2024

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 · 43

  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt 4w, 4th story

    Jun 5, 2024 · Apt 4W

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 9, 2023 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye installed at vestibule , 1st story

    Aug 9, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye installed at building entrance door , 1st story

    Aug 9, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye installed at building entrance door , 1st story

    Jul 27, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and eye installed at vestibule , 1st story

    Jul 27, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 22, 2023 · Apt 5W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 22, 2023 · Apt 5W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items (ladder, suitcase, paint cans, etc.) at public hall stairs, 5th story

    Jan 22, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Dec 21, 2022 · Apt 4E

    Closed — Violation closed
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  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 21, 2022 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4e, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 21, 2022 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

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

    Dec 21, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice located at apt 2w, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 16, 2021 · Apt 2W

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 5th room from north located at apt 2w, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 16, 2021 · Apt 2W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors .... in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 10, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 10, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entrance located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 10, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12.

    Nov 10, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 10, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Jun 14, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Jun 14, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Jun 14, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Jun 14, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall

    Jun 14, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story

    Jun 14, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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

    Jun 14, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 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

    Jun 14, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 26, 2014 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5w, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Nov 26, 2014 · Apt 5W

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective the electrical outlet at the east wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 20, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of a key operated door knob lock at door to room with the fire escape egress in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 20, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Replace with new the missing the escutcheon at the riser in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 20, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 20, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water exceeding 130 degrees in the kitchen and in the bathroom located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 20, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of card board boxes and other house hold items at public hall, 1st story

    Nov 20, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at cellar

    Nov 20, 2014

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 20, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlet at the east wall in the 2nd room from north at east located at apt 2r, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Nov 20, 2014 · Apt 2R

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures gas range in the kitchen located at apt 1r, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 3, 2014 · Apt 1R

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 11

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Feb 20, 2002

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Apr 12, 2001

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 27, 2001

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 5, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 2

    Leaking hot water piping between hw coil to mixing valve-storage left in boiler room; correct all violating conditions, submit a certificate of correction.

    Apr 30, 2021 · Penalty $1,562

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit:approx 30% done noted:renovation of building (1)new partitions, new sheetrock throughout building(2)new store front without first obtaining permits.remedy:stop all work,obtain all permits

    Apr 12, 2001

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide approved set of plans at time of inspection.noted:work in progress new store front and renovation throughout building with no plans for inspection.remedy:stop all work, provide approved plans

    Apr 12, 2001

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy. from: multiple dwelling building for residential use. to: single fam residence occupied by owner only. location: temporary sleeping quarte

    Nov 5, 1999 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Jan 15, 2026 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Jan 14, 2026 · Apt 3W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 4, 2025 · Apt 5R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 4, 2025 · Apt 5R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Nov 4, 2025 · Apt 5R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 4, 2025 · Apt 5R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 4, 2025 · Apt 5R

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 4, 2025 · Apt 5R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 11, 2024 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 31, 2023 · Apt 4W

    Close
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  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Aug 1, 2023 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Jul 24, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 14, 2023 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jan 18, 2023 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 5, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 29, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 29, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 29, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 26, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 21, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 21, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 21, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 20, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 20, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 19, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 10, 2022 · Apt 5E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Dec 28, 2021 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 28, 2021 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Dec 28, 2021 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Jan 11, 2021 · Apt 2W

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • General

    Ventilation system

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Dec 21, 2020 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Oct 11, 2018 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 5, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 4, 2018 · Apt 1R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 17, 2015 · Apt 5R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 8, 2015 · Apt 2R

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 3, 2014 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Steam pipe/riser

    Dec 3, 2014 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 21, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 20, 2014 · Apt 5W

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 19, 2014 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 18, 2014 · Apt 5E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 18, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 17, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 17, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 17, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 3, 2014 · Apt 3R

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 31, 2014 · Apt 5E

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C7)
Year built
1910
Floors
5
Residential units
13
Building area
10,110 ft²
Lot area
2,596 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
108
Council district
5
Block / lot
1527 / 13
Assessed value
$1,805,850
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #107055, last renewed Jul 17, 2025.

Questions about 227 East 81 Street

Who owns 227 East 81 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Muir , James Thomas.

Does 227 East 81 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 43 housing violations at this property.

Is 227 East 81 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 227 East 81 Street built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 227 East 81 Street?

It has 13 residential units and 15 units in total.

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