14 West 123 Street
Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01721-0025Map
Owner of record: Kao, Caroline
14 West 123 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1882 in Manhattan, 10027. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Kao, Caroline. HPD has recorded 76 housing violations here, most recently on June 4, 2025. 45 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 7 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 76
- DOB violations
- 15
- ECB violations
- 6
- HPD complaints
- 50
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
Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 76
- ANon-hazardous
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
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 16, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 16, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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 2, 2021
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 27, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures , in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt bsmt
Jul 3, 2008 · Apt BSMT
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Replace the broken or defective community shower stall at 2nd story public hall.
Feb 21, 2008
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet at 2nd story community watercloset at 2nd story public hall.
Feb 21, 2008
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing locking device at vestibule door to 1st story public hall.
Feb 21, 2008
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceilings and all walls through public halls at all stories.
Feb 21, 2008
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
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- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardent materials at ceilings and all walls through public halls at all stories.
Feb 21, 2008
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective broken wood tread 12th from bottom of 2nd to 3rd story public hall stairs.
Feb 21, 2008
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electric wires from breaker box running throughout public halls feeding individual b-rooms
Feb 21, 2008
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in sink in the kitchen located at bsmt-apt bb
Feb 21, 2008 · Apt BB
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt bb
Feb 21, 2008 · Apt BB
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceilings throughout in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt bb
Feb 21, 2008 · Apt BB
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt bb
Feb 21, 2008 · Apt BB
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose stair assemblie and stringers throughout all stys at public hall stairs
Aug 21, 2007
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of painted sprinkler heads throughout in the room located at b-room 7, 2nd story, 1st b-room from south at west
Aug 21, 2007 · Apt 7
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures , sink, in the kitchenette located at b-room 7, 2nd story, 1st b-room from south at west
Aug 21, 2007 · Apt 7
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective all electrical ceiling light fixtures at all stys at public hall
Aug 21, 2007
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - 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 1st sty public hall
Aug 21, 2007
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures at community kithchen sink at 3 sty public hall
Aug 21, 2007
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items etc. at 1 sty public hall
Aug 21, 2007
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing regulation type locks at vestibule door at 1 sty public hall
Aug 21, 2007
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures stove at community kitchen
Jul 13, 2007
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective building vestibule door , 1st story
Jul 13, 2007
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wire at west wall at public hall, 1st story
Sep 23, 2006
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective all electrial wall switch and light fixture at ceiling in the room located at b-room 5, 2nd story, 2nd b-room from south at west
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt 5
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at west and north walls in the bathroom located at apt bsmt, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrial wall switch and ceiling light fixture in the room located at b-room 8, 3rd story, 1st b-room from west at north
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt 8
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 5, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt 5
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of extension cords in the room located at b-room 5, 2nd story, 2nd b-room from south at west
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt 5
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the room located at b-room 5, 2nd story, 2nd b-room from south at west
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt 5
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Refit wood door at closet in the room located at b-room 5, 2nd story, 2nd b-room from south at west
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt 5
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... mold at ceiling and south walls in the bathroom located at apt bsmt, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling and walls in the bathroom located at apt bsmt, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt bsmt, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrial light fixture at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt bsmt, 1st apartment from east at south
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrial light switch at east wall at public hall, 1st story
Aug 7, 2006
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing wood balustrade from bottom up 12 and 19 at public hall stairs, 2nd story
Aug 7, 2006
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of community bathroom nailed shut at public hall, 2nd story
Aug 7, 2006
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective window lower sashes in the entire apartment located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt 8
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the room located at b-room 8, 3rd story, 1st b-room from west at north
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt 8
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the room located at b-room 8, 8th story, 1st b-room from west at north
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt 8
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective window lower sash in the 1st room from north located at apt 5, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Aug 7, 2006 · Apt 5
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of electric extension wires utilized through out all rooms and public halls
Nov 2, 2003
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective ceiling light fixture at public hall, 2nd story
Nov 2, 2003
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective ceiling light fixture at public hall, 3rd story
Nov 2, 2003
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electric wires ceiling light fixture at public hall, 2nd story
Nov 2, 2003
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
DOB building violations · 15
- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - 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
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed
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- 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
Feb 10, 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
Mar 18, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 6
- Class - 1
B154 3a.5a.15.16.21a.21b.21c.23.24b.32a.34a.34b.38.40.49.50a.50b 50a move oil vent from under window 50b remove steam fitting from fill & vent lines cu of boiler
Oct 18, 2008 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
27-147 plumbing wrk w/o a permit hazardous on inspection day 06/23/08 the gas distribution pipe & the hot water heater were disconnected in the basement all of wrk was done w/o a plumbing permit hazardous rem:
Jun 23, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior defects noted:security locks on front door & vestibule door have been broken allowing free public access to building door bells are also not function.remedy:provide proper security
Jan 18, 2008 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg interior. @ 1st flr & 2nd flr missing plasterfrom ceiling exposed temp wiring (extension cords to panel box) (electrical) @ public hallway missing glass @ exterior no proper locks, only
Aug 29, 2007 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Hazardous
Failure to maintain in leader @ exit of bldg defect noted:@ rear of bldg leader is defective & has become separated @ 4th & 3rd flr level causing water to enter adj property when it rains & damaging the plaster
Jul 7, 2006 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior. defects noted: at rear of bldg approx. 16'-0 of leader separated from gutter causing water to enter adjacent property of 16 west 123 st backyard causing flooding to said property.
May 9, 2006 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Complaints
- Heating
Heat related
Jan 11, 2010 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 22, 2009 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 14, 2009 · Apt BSMT
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jan 14, 2009 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 19, 2008 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 8, 2008 · Apt BSMT
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Nov 18, 2008 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heating
Heat related
Nov 18, 2008 · Apt BSMT
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jun 30, 2008 · Apt BSMT
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Jul 12, 2007 · Apt 2
Close
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- General
Stairs
Jul 12, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - General
Stairs
Jul 12, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jul 12, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jul 12, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 12, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jul 12, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jul 12, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - General
Doors
Jul 12, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Lighting
Apr 30, 2007 · Apt BSMT
Close - General
Doors
Sep 19, 2006 · Apt NA
Close - General
Windows
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt 8
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt BMST
Close - General
Windows
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Close - General
Mold
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Close - General
Ceramic-tile
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt 8
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt 8
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt BMST
Close - General
Floor
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt 8
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt 8
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt 5
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt 5
Close - General
Windows
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt 5
Close - Electric
Wiring
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt 5
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt 5
Close - General
Stairs
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt BMST
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt BMST
Close - Electric
Wiring
Aug 4, 2006 · Apt BSMT
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 14, 2005 · Apt 1
Close - Appliance
Sprinker cert
Jul 26, 2004
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 30, 2003 · Apt 3F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 30, 2003 · Apt 3F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 27, 2003 · Apt 6R
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Oct 27, 2003 · Apt 6R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 27, 2003 · Apt 6R
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 23, 2003 · Apt 3F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 23, 2003 · Apt 3F
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Oct 23, 2003 · Apt 3F
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 19, 2003 · Apt 11
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C5)
- Year built
- 1882
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 6
- Building area
- 2,547 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,682 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 110
- Council district
- 9
- Block / lot
- 1721 / 25
- Assessed value
- $304,200
- Landmark / historic district
- Mount Morris Park Historic District
HPD registration #111986, last renewed Aug 29, 2025.
Questions about 14 West 123 Street
Who owns 14 West 123 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Kao, Caroline.
Does 14 West 123 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 76 housing violations at this property.
Is 14 West 123 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 7 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 6 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 14 West 123 Street built?
City records list 1882 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 14 West 123 Street?
It has 6 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.