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214 Lenox Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01720-0033Map

Owner of record: Triumph Baptist Church

214 Lenox Avenue is a religious facility built in 1888 in Manhattan, 10027. The owner of record is Triumph Baptist Church. HPD has recorded 72 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 24 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
72
DOB violations
29
ECB violations
11
HPD complaints
39

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 29, 2026

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 · 72

  • 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 29, 2026

    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.

    Jun 4, 2025

    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.

    Nov 22, 2024

    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, 2024

    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.

    Nov 15, 2023

    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.

    Mar 15, 2023

    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.

    Nov 2, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    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.

    Feb 15, 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.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • 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.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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
  • A

    Refit the entrance door located at b-room rm8, 4th story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Nov 26, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly secure the loose wood saddle at entrance to room located at b-room rm8, 4th story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Nov 26, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor located at b-room rm8, 4th story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Nov 26, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling located at b-room rm8, 4th story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Nov 26, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Replace with new the broken or defective upper window sash counter balances located at b-room rm8, 4th story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Nov 26, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector defective located at b-room rm8, 4th story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Nov 26, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective located at b-room rm8, 4th story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Nov 26, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at wash basin at community bathroom, 4th story

    Nov 26, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures at wash basin at community bathroom, 4th story

    Nov 26, 2018

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Nov 26, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 9, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Refit the door located at b-room 7, 4th story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Oct 25, 2017 · Apt 7

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlet at north and west walls located at b-room 7, 4th story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Oct 25, 2017 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Properly secure the loose handrail at 4th story at public hall

    Oct 25, 2017

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Provide a piece of garden hose 10 feet in length with female coupling and a 10 quart pail on premises to test sprinkler system. at public hall, 4th story

    Oct 25, 2017

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches located at b-room 7, 4th story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Oct 25, 2017 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov certified late
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of mice located at b-room 7, 4th story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Oct 25, 2017 · Apt 7

    Open — Nov certified late
  • 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, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 1, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at the stoves in the entire bldg

    Jan 12, 2015

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 1 in the room located at b-room, 2nd story, 1st b-room from west at north

    May 14, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 2 in the room located at b-room, 2nd story, 2nd b-room from west at north

    May 14, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 3 in the room located at b-room, 2nd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    May 14, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 4 in the room located at b-room, 3rd story, 1st b-room from south at west

    May 14, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 5 in the room located at b-room, 3rd story, 1st b-room from west at north

    May 14, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 6 in the room located at b-room, 3rd story, 2nd b-room from west at north

    May 14, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 7 in the room located at b-room, 4th story, 1st b-room from north at east

    May 14, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 8 in the room located at b-room, 4th story, 1st b-room from west at north

    May 14, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts 9 in the room located at b-room, 4th story, 1st b-room from south at west

    May 14, 2013

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures .. located at b-room 5, 3rd story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Apr 26, 2013 · Apt 5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts #9 located at b-room, 4th story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Oct 11, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts #8 located at b-room, 4th story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Oct 11, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    Apts have been vacated by this department and cannot be reoccupied until so ordered after proof of compliance for apts #7 located at b-room, 4th story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Oct 11, 2012

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage walls and ceiling in the room located at b-room 7, 4th story, 1st b-room from north at east

    Sep 24, 2012 · Apt 7

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage walls and ceiling in the room located at b-room 8, 4th story, 1st b-room from west at north

    Sep 24, 2012 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of fire damage walls and ceiling in the room located at b-room 9, 4th story, 1st b-room from south at west

    Sep 24, 2012 · Apt 9

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective asphalt at roof

    Sep 24, 2012

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace with new the broken or defective skylight

    Sep 24, 2012

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 29

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection

    Sep 23, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 30, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 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 - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - active
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  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Feb 11, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 3, 2014

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    May 8, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    May 8, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 5, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 5, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    May 22, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    May 22, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report

    Dec 13, 2011

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmrk-landmark none

    Feb 2, 1996

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Feb 2, 1996

    Dob violation - active
  • Landmark none

    Landmk-landmark none

    Feb 2, 1996

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 18, 1993

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 11

  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit. work noted under disapproved laa 12167191 which is not approved from cellar to 4th flr 1" & 3/4" gas pipe was ran w/no other permit filed.rem: obtain permit or restore to prior legal condition.

    Sep 13, 2014 · Penalty $8,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work without permit. work noted: under disapproved laa 121671191 which is not approved from cellar to 4th floor 1" & 3/4" gas pipe was ran with no other permit filed. remedy: obtain permit or restore to prior

    Sep 13, 2014 · Penalty $1,600

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c/c w/the dob for nov #35004486p issued on 3.5.13 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: file a c/c.

    Jun 29, 2013 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a certificate of cor-rection with the dob fo rnov#35004486p issued on 3/5/13 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny102-01. rmdy: file a certificate of correction.

    May 6, 2013 · Penalty $8,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner:lack of system of automatic sprinklers where required per bc 903.2; 27-954. sprinkler system was disconnected at basement and 1st floor level; sprinkler gau

    Mar 5, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. sprinkler system was disconnected at basement and 1st floor level; sprinkler gauge indicates zero water pressure for entire bldg cellar basement, 1-4th flr.this building is also occupied with

    Mar 5, 2013 · Penalty $1,600

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Electrical work w/o permit on 3/5/13 at 3pm.i observed:temporary branch circuit wiring in building hallway & apt. fixtures switch & receptacles installed.rmdy: obtain permit.

    Mar 5, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain buiding in code-complant manner. defect noted no 2nd means of egress.the sprinkler system is disconnected from basement.2nd flr through 4th flr is occupied.vacate all floors (sro) rmdy:maint

    Mar 5, 2013 · Penalty $1,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Electrical work w/o a permit. at the entire building:temporary wiring,branch circuit wiring, receptacle outlets,switches,lighting fixtures. remedy: obtain permit.

    Feb 19, 2013 · Penalty $1,600

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unapproved/unsafe/unsuitable electrical equipment,apparatus materials,devices,appliances or wiring in use.at the entire bldg:defective wiring open wiring,open boxes,temporary open wiring installed less than 7'g

    Feb 19, 2013 · Penalty $1,600

    Active
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner. noted: at the 2ndfl bathroom at east bldg the ceiling has partially collapsed exposing ceiling joists that are rotted from tub above (approx 15%). at 3rd fl

    Jan 2, 2009 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 26, 2023 · Apt 1B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 17, 2020 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Aug 3, 2020 · Apt 9

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Close
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  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 14, 2018 · Apt RM8

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 19, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 19, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 19, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 19, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 19, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 19, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Stairs

    Oct 19, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Oct 2, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 2, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 2, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 2, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 2, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 2, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 2, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Sep 22, 2017 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Feb 13, 2013 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 13, 2013 · Apt 6

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Feb 13, 2013 · Apt 6

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Apr 27, 2010 · Apt BSMT

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 31, 2008 · Apt 7

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Oct 31, 2008 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 31, 2008 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Oct 31, 2008 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 29, 2008 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 22, 2008 · Apt 7

    Close
  • Appliance

    Sprinker cert

    Jul 26, 2004

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Religious facility (M1)
Year built
1888
Floors
4
Residential units
—
Building area
3,900 ft²
Lot area
1,600 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
1720 / 33
Assessed value
$112,500
Landmark / historic district
Mount Morris Park Historic District

HPD registration #123583, last renewed Jun 27, 2025.

Questions about 214 Lenox Avenue

Who owns 214 Lenox Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Triumph Baptist Church.

Does 214 Lenox Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 72 housing violations at this property.

Is 214 Lenox 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 214 Lenox Avenue built?

City records list 1888 as the year it was built.

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