215 East 81 Street
Manhattan, NY 10028BBL 1-01527-7502Map
Owner of record: The 215 East 81st Street Condominium
215 East 81 Street is a condominium built in 1974 in Manhattan, 10028. It has 40 residential units across 8 floors. The owner of record is The 215 East 81st Street Condominium. HPD has recorded 11 housing violations here, most recently on October 25, 2019. 7 of the 11 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 11
- DOB violations
- 17
- ECB violations
- 54
- HPD complaints
- 28
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 · 11
- IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 25, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 25, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 1, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Feb 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of no electricity supply to fixture in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Nov 21, 2009 · Apt 4C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color east and south walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 7b upper level, 7th story, 4th apartment from east at south
May 9, 2006 · Apt 7B
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 7b lower level, 7th story, 4th apartment from east at south
May 9, 2006 · Apt 7B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors , in the entrance located at apt 7b, 7th story, 4th apartment from east at south
May 9, 2006 · Apt 7B
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective rain leader front of building.
May 9, 2006
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system at or near mailboxes 1 sty public hall
May 12, 1994
Open — Not complied with
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- BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical wall switch 7 sty north apt 7d nroth room. , section '' ''
Aug 21, 1992 · Apt 7D
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 17
- Construction other optional
Borough commissioner has ordered a swo for application# 106640408 due to applicant withdrawal. stop all work and make site safe.
Oct 26, 2020
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 26, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 20, 2017
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 15, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 4, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 14, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 22, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 14, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 14, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Aug 24, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Aug 24, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 27, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jul 27, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 9, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Imegncy-immediate emergency anythingoptional
Jan 6, 2010
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 5, 2009
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 54
- Class - 2
Failure to submit acceptable required cycle 7b and 8b report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control #805720.remedy:submit acceptable re
Jun 1, 2021
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioner order to file a certificate of ocrrection with the dept of buildings for violting conditions cited in nov#34907219l issued on 04/26/11 pursuant to 28-201.1;28-204.4;1rcny 102
Jan 22, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order to file a certificate of correction with the dept of buildings for violating conditions citedon nov#34923847m issued on 08/24/11 pursuant to 28-201.1;28-204.4;1rcn
Jan 22, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order to file a certificate of correction withthe dob for violating conditions cited on nov#34838103n issued on 01/05/10.rem:file certificate of correction.
Jan 22, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioners order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings for violating conditions cited in nov#34754471z issued on 01/05/10 pursuant to 28-201.1;28-204.4 1
Jan 22, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit acceptable 8th round report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior walls and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control #805720. rem: submit required technical report.
Oct 15, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior bldg south elev exp#1 6 fl window(crazying)at window corners 111 6 fl a/c unit rusting front stone panel cracked(ground fl). roof coping cracked & broken(east side)coping defective
Sep 29, 2016
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior bldg south elev exp1 window and a/c unit corners cracks at various locations recessed front plaza-horizontal cracks rusting louver north elev exp3 various locations cracking form
Apr 29, 2016 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior building.1-exterior facade panels-bulgingand cracked floors 4 and 5.panels cracked at window corners floor 3.2 -east and west party wall cracked in various locations.rem:maintain ex
Dec 21, 2015 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior building #1 exposure east side bowing shingles need to be correctd at 7th flr front ara at 7th floor.rmdy: maintain exterior building; provide safety measures; repair and restor
Sep 1, 2015 · Penalty $200
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to provide minimum ceiling height for means of egress as per bc1003.2;bc1208.2 noted:on cellar level exit passageway corridor next to bldg lobby & stiarcase has ceiling height 6'-8'.minimum requirement
Sep 21, 2011 · Penalty $8,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a c/c w/the dob respondent failed to comply w/the commissioner's order to correct the violation conditions and file a c/c pursuant to section 28-204.2 for nov
Aug 24, 2011 · Penalty $800
Active - Class - 1
Filed a c of c or other related materials containing material false statement. respondent filed a certificate of correction on 5/7/11 for nov #34907223y. upon inspection found that the conditions which responde
Aug 24, 2011 · Penalty $4,800
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. no firestopping perbc 712.3;27-345. noted: no firestopping in boiler room (sub cellar). open doors into sprinkler valve rooms and corridor. remedy: provide
Aug 24, 2011 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 1
(misc)bc1003.2the means of egress small have a ceiling height of not less than '-6"noted:bldg having @ penthouse top flr staircase landing/corridor ceiling height 80inches & corridor on ground/lobby level78 1/2
May 26, 2011 · Penalty $8,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain unobstructed exit passageway.obstruction noted:bldg having on top flr level staircase landing,blocked apt door by storedcardboard boxes,travel staircase,furniture(shoe stand)& other househol
May 24, 2011
Resolve - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction documents &/or approvedamendments.appl/plans#104487235 nonconforming work noted:bldg having in ph b"erected skylights,window instead balcony door,different kitchen
May 24, 2011
Resolve - Class - 2
Noted bldg having vertical cracks up to 3/4" inch wide on chimney above roof lvl rem: repair defective chimney
Apr 26, 2011
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/separation between occupancies, per bc 508.3.3 andtable 508.3.3. noted: basement/ground flr was single layer of sheetrock ceiling for separation w/1st flrr occupancy, contrary to bc 508.3.3
Apr 26, 2011 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
Bc714.2 failure to provide fire resistance rating for structural members noted bldg having in sub cellar boiler in several locations and on bsmt floor front steel girder & column missing fire resistance rating
Apr 26, 2011
Resolve - Class - 1
Bc1509.8 failure to provide protective guards at roof for bldg greaterthan 22ft in height noted bldg has no protective guards at roof front & rear at east & west sides and inadequate at rest of perimeter rem: p
Apr 26, 2011 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
C/o #74637 dated 6/05/74 illegal occupancy noted lobby not indicated on c/o new laundry room in cellar lvl boiler room meter room pump room refuse collection room located in subcellar extension vertical over pe
Apr 26, 2011 · Penalty $2,400
Active - Class - 2
No fire stopping per bc712.3 27-345 noted bldg having in sub cellar boiler room missing fire stopping as open holes in fire rated walls into adjacent space missing appx 3'x3' section of wall open door into comm
Apr 26, 2011
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: 1 concrete slab, located in cellar & adjacent to electronics room, measures approx. 4ft x 3ft. it is cracked, eroded & uneven & presents a tripping haza
Jul 22, 2010
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner: no fire stopping per bc 712.3, 27-345. noted: 1. approx 16 sf of ceiling is uncovered exposing wood beams & the underside of plywood subflooring. this presents
Jul 22, 2010
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction w/ dob noted: respondent failed to comply w/ the commissioner's order to correct the violating conditions & file a certificate o
Jul 22, 2010
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: 1. missing sections & misaligned railing & missing railing caps. noted loc: roof 2. no railing @ stairs leading to cellar entrance door. noted loc rear
Jul 22, 2010
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. use of prohibited door &/or hardware, per bc 1008.1.8 & 27-371(j) noted: metal door, leading to cellar is rusted, & eroded in places & is without any lockset.
Jul 22, 2010
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction w/ dob. noted: respondent failed to comply w/ the commissioner's order to correct the violating conditions & file a certificate
Jul 22, 2010
Resolve - Class - 2
Fail to maintain bldg in code compliant manner-drainage system not fully functional.1-rear yrd drains not clear sitting water.1-cellar overflow of drains,pumps etc water flowing into corridor.rem:immediately ma
Jan 12, 2010 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Fail to maint bldg in code compliant manner use of prohibited doors &/or hardware.1-cellar dr & hardware rotting & non functional.2-exit stair hardware missing stricks,plates not self-closing in various locatio
Jan 12, 2010 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Fail to maintain bldg in code compliant-roof railings missing sectionsno caps/rear yrd-no railings @ steps going into cellar/front entrance canopy-rusting framing.rem:obtain permits-install & maintain railings
Jan 12, 2010 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o permit. work noted: at cellar level (nw area) demolish full height partitions. install new steel structureal elements (sistering). new 2" x 8" wood joist w/existing 2" x 8" joist w/o end bearing.
Jan 5, 2010 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safeguard public and property affected by construction operation appl #104828144. defects noted: at cellar level. west bearing wall exp 2 partially demolished at left. unsupported between cellar and
Jan 5, 2010 · Penalty $2,400
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/street wall location and height and setback, regulation in r8b district. noted bldg built over 75' (substantially) remedy: comply w/zoning regulation.
Jan 5, 2010 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 1208.2. failure to comply w/minimum ceiling heights. noted: corridor at cellar level at lobby 6'8" (ceiling height). minimum is 7'6". remedy: comply w/minimum ceiling heights.
Jan 5, 2010 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 1008.1.2.2. failure to comply w/direction of swing. noted: at cellar level doors from staircase are swinging against egress. remedy: comply w/direction of swing.
Jan 5, 2010 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 2
Fail to comply w/street wall location & height & setback regulations in r8b district.noted building built over 75' (substaintialy)rem:complywith zoning regulations
Jan 5, 2010
Resolve - Class - 1
Bc1008.1.2.2(misc)fail to comply with direction of swing.noted:@cellarlevel doors from staircase are swing against egress.rem:comply with direction of swing
Jan 5, 2010 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Bc1208.2(misc)fail to comply w/minimum ceiling heights noted:corridor @ cellar level @ lobby 6'8" (ceiling height)minimum is 7'6"rem:comply with minimum ceiling heights
Jan 5, 2010 · Penalty $300
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o permit.work noted:@ cellar level (worth west area ) demolish partitions.install new steal elements.sistering new 2"x8"wood joists w/existing 2"x8" joist w/o endbearing.remove all fire rated/materials
Jan 5, 2010 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by cofo#74637 1-subcellar not showing or c/o occupied as a boiler,refuse & compactor rooms.2-new laundry room in cellar 3-extension of penhouse above & mechanical room above i
Jan 5, 2010 · Penalty $2,400
Active - Class - 1
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o #74637. 1) sub cellar not showing or c/o occupied as a boiler, refuse and compactor rooms. 2) new laundry room in cellar. 3) extension of penthouse above and mechanical
Jan 5, 2010 · Penalty $800
Active - Non-hazardous
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Jun 24, 2008 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work w/o permit work noted: approx 50' long and 12' hieght wooden (plywood) fence has been erected at 1st fl level w/o first obtaining all approvals and permits from department of bldg. remedy: obtained the
Dec 2, 2007
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to obtain permit for temporary construction. noted:over sidewalk chute erected from top fl to 1st fl. remedy:obtain permit.
Sep 5, 2006 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to carry out demolition operations in a safe & proper manner noted:appl# 104487235 for interior renovation class a apts does not have a safety tenant note on plans for above appl also demolition site in
Aug 24, 2006 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping noted:demolition work in progress from penthouse fl to 4th flr caused masonry debris & dust to public hallways occupied by tenants job#104487235.remedy:maintain adequat
Aug 24, 2006 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide approved plans @ premises @ time of inspection noted:const site @ 215 81 st having demo work in progress under permit# 104487235 for interior renovations class a apts w/o having approved
Aug 24, 2006 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to submit a fifth round technical report in compliance with code provisions: periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenaces as required by local law 11 of 1998 and the dept of bldgs rules & regu
Jun 30, 2005 · Penalty $1,750
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 12, 2021 · Apt MULTIP
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 12, 2021 · Apt MULTIP
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 5, 2017 · Apt 5A
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Dec 30, 2010 · Apt PHB
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 11, 2009 · Apt 4F
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Dec 11, 2009 · Apt 4F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 3, 2009 · Apt 4C
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Nov 30, 2009 · Apt 4C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 30, 2009 · Apt 4C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 30, 2009 · Apt 4C
Close
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- Electric
Electric-supply
Nov 16, 2009 · Apt 4C
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 9, 2009 · Apt 4C
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 9, 2009 · Apt 4C
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Apr 27, 2009 · Apt 4C
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Apr 18, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Apr 18, 2009 · Apt 2D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Apr 17, 2009 · Apt 4C
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Apr 17, 2009 · Apt 4C
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Mar 20, 2009 · Apt 4C
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 20, 2009 · Apt 4C
Close - General
Floor
May 8, 2006 · Apt 7B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 10, 2005 · Apt 6B
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 13, 2004 · Apt PHC
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 11, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 11, 2004 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 9, 2004 · Apt PHC
Close - Plumbing
Shower-stall
May 12, 2004 · Apt 2H
Close - Plumbing
Shower-stall
May 6, 2004 · Apt 2H
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Condominium (R4)
- Year built
- 1974
- Floors
- 8
- Residential units
- 40
- Building area
- 26,684 ft²
- Lot area
- 5,120 ft²
- Zoning
- R8B
- Community board
- 108
- Council district
- 5
- Block / lot
- 1527 / 7502
- Assessed value
- $3,628,802
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #134654, last renewed Jul 29, 2026.
Questions about 215 East 81 Street
Who owns 215 East 81 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is The 215 East 81st Street Condominium.
Does 215 East 81 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 11 housing violations at this property.
Is 215 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 215 East 81 Street built?
City records list 1974 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 215 East 81 Street?
It has 40 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.