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1215 5 Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10029BBL 1-01608-0001Map

Owner of record: Brisbane House INC

1215 5 Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1926 in Manhattan, 10029. It has 62 residential units across 16 floors. The owner of record is Brisbane House INC. HPD has recorded 44 housing violations here, most recently on May 10, 2023. 20 of the 44 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
44
DOB violations
53
ECB violations
12
HPD complaints
15

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 10, 2023

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 · 44

  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 10, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 10, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 10, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace the broken or defective wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 10, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Replace with new the missing toilet bowl in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    May 10, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Code: arrange and make self-closing the doors at the entrance located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 10, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 10, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 10, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures ... in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 10, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures ... in the bathroom located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Jan 10, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • C

    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 public hall, 1st story

    Jan 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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, 1st story

    Jan 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing sign at public hall, 1st story

    Jan 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Jan 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Jan 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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, 1st story

    Jan 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Jan 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Jan 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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

    Jan 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the broken or defective sink base cabinet in the bathroom located at apt 28f, 28th story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Apr 20, 2019 · Apt 28F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 28b, 28th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 4, 2019 · Apt 28B

    Open — Invalid certification
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 28b, 28th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Jan 4, 2019 · Apt 28B

    Open — Invalid certification
  • 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 24, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entry door north west 3 sty apt 3a. , section '' ''

    Jul 7, 1999 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder key operated lock entry door northwest 3 sty apt 3a , section '' ''

    Jul 7, 1999 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of expose electric wire ceiling at north section 3 sty public hall.

    Jun 30, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder lock at entrance door at south section 3 sty east apt 3a. located at apt 3a

    Jun 30, 1999 · Apt 3A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance door to apt at section section 3 sty east apt 3a.

    Jun 30, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the broken or defective window glass top sashes at north section 3 sty public hall staircase.

    Jun 30, 1999

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of egress to fire stairs effected by locking device 3 4 & 15 stys north public hall.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Fire egress defective. restore egress by removing locking device and arrange to open readily the gate in fence at lot line southeast court yard.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing fire door 1 sty public hall south fire stair to cellar east stairs.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit entrance door 7 & 8 sty south fire stair north section.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items all stys northeast interior fire stair north section.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of locking device installed on south fire stair door 4 sty public hall north section.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Replace with new the broken or defective wire glass insert skylight south fire stair bulkhead north section.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    § 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 masonry metal and glass solarium erected east side of north wing penthouse.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceiling 16 sty south wing public hall.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective walls and ceilings north wing south fire stair 2nd and 3 stys.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-21.03 adm code paint or post a sign indicating floors north wing public hall all stys.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of north wing south fire stairs all stys.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code remove all encumbrances consisting of north wing public hall all stys.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-41.15 adm code 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.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door bathroom laundry room cellar.

    Aug 10, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 53

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required

    Failed to file fisp cycle 9b technical report by 2/21/2023

    Feb 22, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2017 inspection report

    Nov 8, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst

    Sep 6, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 20, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 20, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 20, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 7, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 29, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 29, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 29, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 29, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 23, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 23, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 23, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 23, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 7, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 7, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 7, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 7, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 1, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 8, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 8, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 8, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jan 8, 2009

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 10, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 10, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 10, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 10, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 19, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 19, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 19, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 19, 2006

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 14, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 3, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 3, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 3, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 3, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Facade facade optional

    Ll10/80-local law 10/80 - facade facade optional

    Mar 23, 2000

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Aug 29, 1995

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 1, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1994

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    51-provide a parking device item 33-ensure postive locking of door closing arms and 52-renew gibs to eliminate gross play in door 53-pin fasten all swing section of hoistway doors

    Feb 7, 1989

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 12

  • Class - 2

    15 story alteration facade work active site suspended scaffold at exp#1. observed work contrary to site safety plans pg ssp-104.00. exp#2 roof protection was not fully protected/mechanical/vents/coping of adjoi

    Dec 10, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    16 story building active site.observed worker's performing masonary work on supported scaffold on bulkhead.observed 2 workers's standing approximately 3 feet from unenclosed perimeter/leading edge without prope

    Jul 9, 2024 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    A 16 story building active site. i observed sidewalk shed in place at exp#1,4 under permit#m00899041. upon request for 6 month sidewalk shed inspection letter. none provided to the department for inspection.pro

    Jul 9, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    A 16 story building active site. observed worker's performing masonary work on supported scaffold on bulkhead under 40 feet. approximately 24 ft in height. upon further review scaffold was not built in a code c

    Jul 9, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At the time of my oinspection of active facade job site observed outrigger beams installed on roof on insulation protecting roof-uppon asking for manufacturers specifications for outrigger beams and insulation

    Feb 27, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At the time of my inspection of facade restoration job site i observed missing construction sign on sws parapet panel on all exposures as required by code

    Feb 27, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At the time of my inspection observed 2 outrigger beams suspended scaffold installed contrary to cd5-locations of tiebacks/lifelines not as on cd5(parapet clams/chimney),beams off center,lifelines going from pa

    Feb 27, 2024 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sidewalk shed doesn't meet bldg code specifications. noted: shed at exp 1 at south end is missing approx 8' of parapet and pedestrians can access an area under work not protected by overhead protection. remedy:

    Nov 16, 2009 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Plumbing work w/out a permit upon physical inspection apt 4 c/d combined apts together & found that they remove kitchen and installed laundry room consisting of 1 gas dryer and 1 washer machine w/slop sink on

    Sep 24, 2007

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintan building defect is apt 2a has removed construction arch concrete fire stopping around bath tub bathroom ceiling area.remedy obtain permit plans and restore concrete fire stopping and submit

    Dec 10, 1997 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain building: defect is: in apt #3a has removed construction arch (concrete fire stopping) around bath, tub,area, bath rm area. remedy: obtain permit & plan's and restore concrete fire stopping

    Dec 1, 1997 · Penalty $350

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    40t

    Jun 26, 1991 · Penalty $75

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    May 5, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    May 5, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    May 5, 2023 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 4, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Jan 4, 2022 · Apt 3A

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Apr 16, 2019 · Apt 28F

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Apr 16, 2019 · Apt 28F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Apr 16, 2019 · Apt 28F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Apr 16, 2019 · Apt 28F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 29, 2018 · Apt 28B

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 27, 2018 · Apt 28B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 27, 2018 · Apt 28B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 27, 2018 · Apt 28B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 24, 2016 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 2, 2010 · Apt 6A

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jul 24, 2026$770,000Coops - elevator apartments—

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D4)
Year built
1926
Floors
16
Residential units
62
Building area
124,081 ft²
Lot area
10,092 ft²
Zoning
R9
Community board
111
Council district
8
Block / lot
1608 / 1
Assessed value
$11,469,150
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #122012, last renewed Sep 8, 2025.

Questions about 1215 5 Avenue

Who owns 1215 5 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Brisbane House INC.

Does 1215 5 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 44 housing violations at this property.

Is 1215 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 1215 5 Avenue built?

City records list 1926 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1215 5 Avenue?

It has 62 residential units.

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