59 West 128 Street
Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01726-0013Map
Owner of record: West Harlem Corp.
59 West 128 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 2018 in Manhattan, 10027. It has 8 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is West Harlem Corp.. HPD has recorded 186 housing violations here, most recently on June 16, 2025. 1 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 186
- DOB violations
- 16
- ECB violations
- 23
- HPD complaints
- 402
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 · 186
- 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 16, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
May 22, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 missing at public hall, 1st story
May 22, 2024
Open — Nov certified late - ANon-hazardous
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, 1st story
May 22, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
May 22, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
May 22, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 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
May 22, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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.
May 22, 2024
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 17, 2024
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 31, 2023
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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.
Nov 2, 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.
Mar 10, 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 20, 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 2, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - 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 3, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
Above premises have been vacant and untenanted except for caretaker for 60 days or more, and cannot be reoccupied until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained. premises have been vacant since on 07/30/2013
Jul 30, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
Above premises have been vacant and untenanted except for caretaker for 60 days or more, and cannot be reoccupied until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained. premises have been vacant since 7/25/2012
Jul 25, 2012 · Apt NN
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide temporary securing with 26 gauge sheet metal at door at cellar at rear
Apr 9, 2009
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room
Oct 14, 2005
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the bathroom located at b-room 4, 4th story
Oct 14, 2005 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north
Jul 1, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls,north apt. in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story
Jul 1, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical wall outlets in the room located at b-room 2, 1st story
Jul 1, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls in the 1st room from north located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north
Jul 1, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of excessive electrical extention cord running through out the floor in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate , in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical outlet at west wall in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Provide a manager who shall be responsible for the conduct, operation and maintenance of premises and who shall live on premises or be regularly present therein.
Jun 12, 2005
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story
May 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet , in the bathroom located at apt 2, 2nd story
May 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the 1st room from east located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 4, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 1st story, apartment at north
May 4, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 4, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room
May 4, 2005
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 4, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiling, in the 1st living room from east at north located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 30, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective wood floor, in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 30, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures stove,kitchen, in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 30, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiling, in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 30, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 12, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color west wall in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 12, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective door in the entrance located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 12, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 2
Mar 9, 2005 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 16
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Emergency none
Egncy-emergency none
Jul 10, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 20, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 8, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 25, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
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
ECB violations · 23
- Class - 1
Sec. 3301.2 failure to provide fall protection. at the time of my inspection,4 sty nb. roof level work in progress. observed approx 5 workers performing their job(masonry work)at roof level. observed no harness
Jan 26, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. 3301.13.5 failure to provide designated/competent person as required by code. at the time of my inspection,4 sty nb,roof level,work in progress. approx 5 worker performing their duties(masonry work). upon
Jan 26, 2019 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Work after hours w/o a variance permit. at the time of my inspection,4 sty nb,roof level. work in progress observed approx 5 workers performing their duties(masonry work)at site. it was saturday 1-26-19. but no
Jan 26, 2019 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Insulation placement and/or r values do not meet min. required. nb job#122878341. at time of an energy code compliance inspection i observedthat the exterior walls on exposure#1 from 1st to 2nd fl were installe
Jan 15, 2019
Resolve - Class - 1
Work without a permit. at time of inspection of a 4 story building currently at 2nd story i observed needle beams installed on exp#2&4 to be used as overhead protectionon of adj property based upon bis research
Dec 4, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to provide adequate housekeeping. at the time of my inspection4 sty nb, 2sty work in progress. observed inadequate housekeeping at 2sty. constr materials and debris created tripped hazard,obstructed the
Nov 21, 2018 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Const super failed to perform duties as per code. at the time of my inspection, 4 sty nb, 2 sty level work in progress. const super at site. wrot violations 1-nassp; 2-sws not as per code; 3-inadequate house
Nov 21, 2018 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
3307.6.2 sws does not meet as per code. at the time of my inspection,4 sty nb, 2 sty work in progress. obseved sws established at exps 1, not as per code requirements. sws must be 5' from leading edge both
Nov 21, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide approved documents at site no ssp. at the time of my inspeciton, 4 sty nb, 2 sty work in progress. upon request for ssp to the constr supv. none was provided no ssp at site. stop all work ent
Nov 21, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to safeguard all person and properties. at the time of inspection, 4 story nb, 2 sty level work in progress. observed rebars was notaped at exps 3. rebars head was very sharp and left open very unsafely
Nov 21, 2018
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to provide means of egress. at the time of my inspection 4 sty nb, 2 sty level work in progress. observed way to stairs 2 sty to 1 sty obstructed by scaffold and constr materials. scaffold was plac
Nov 21, 2018
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to institute/maintain safety equipment measures.no guard railsat the time of my inspection, 4sty nb, 2 sty level work in progress observed inadequate guardrails at 1 sty, also observed apprx 7'high
Nov 21, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to provide approved dd at site. at the time of my inspection 4 sty nb, 2 sty level work in progress. observed platform made by planks at exps 30, working as a connection bridge with the site and
Nov 21, 2018 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order to file c of c w/the dob's for notice of vio #35119441l issued on 2/24/15 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. no permits or c of c have been summited to correct violation
Apr 19, 2015 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction w/dob for nov#35119192j issued on 01/10/15 pursuant to 28-204.4and 1rcny 102-01. rmdy: file a certificate of correction.
Feb 24, 2015 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner.noted:@ east exterior wall,near roof,approx20'x10'section is missing & the rest is loose9along that line)& on the(verere)of falling.this presents a hazard to an
Feb 24, 2015 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order to file a c of c w/the dept of buildings for notice of violation #35153337k issued on 12/3/14 pursuant to 28-204.4 & 1rcny 102-01. remedy: file a c of c.
Jan 10, 2015 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. noted: at east sideof bldg;floor exterior 20ft x 10ft approx section of siding missing & the rest (along same line)is loose & on the verge of falling. this
Jan 10, 2015 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failrue to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances.detect noted-approx 15'x10'section of siding is missing at exp3 3rd flr level, and exposing severely deteriorated plywood which are in danger of falling int
Dec 3, 2014 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall. defect is: missing deteriorated siding on front and east exterior walls. missing and deteriorating brick work throughout east exterior foundation wall. severely rusted
Jul 14, 2012 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg-hazardous defects noted:observed vacant bldg w/ window gate opened & windows lower & upper sashes unlocked leaving it open for entry to squatters.to use as dwelling causing a haz
Jun 4, 2007 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work w/out a permit.work noted:interior cosemtic lamination of drywallover existing walls and partial ceilings beyond scope of ordinary repair locations(1)basement hall partial living space ceiling (2)common
Apr 9, 2004 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain building. noted: (1) the plaster has fallen of the bathroom ceiling approx 6' x 4' and remaining plaster is in disrepair (2) plastic sheeting on roof where the leak is located causing said
Jan 10, 2003 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jan 5, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 4, 2023 · Apt 1B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 4, 2023 · Apt 3B
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jan 4, 2023 · Apt 3B
Close - General
Locks
Nov 18, 2007 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Dec 29, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Dec 29, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Dec 29, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Dec 29, 2005 · Apt 2
Close
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- Heating
Heat related
Dec 27, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 28, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jun 28, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 28, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 28, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - General
Floor
Jun 28, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 28, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 28, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 28, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jun 27, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jun 13, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 7, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - General
Floor
Jun 7, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jun 7, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 7, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 5, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 2, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
May 1, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 1, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - General
Floor
Apr 27, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 27, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 27, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 29, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 29, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - General
Cooking gas
Mar 29, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - General
Floor
Mar 29, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 29, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 23, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 21, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 15, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 10, 2005 · Apt 4
Close - Electric
Lighting
Mar 10, 2005 · Apt 4
Close - General
Cooking gas
Mar 10, 2005 · Apt 4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 10, 2005 · Apt 4
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 10, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 9, 2005 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Mar 9, 2005 · Apt 4
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Mar 7, 2005 · Apt 4
Close - General
Stairs
Mar 7, 2005 · Apt 4
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 2018
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 8
- Building area
- 5,133 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,832 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 110
- Council district
- 9
- Block / lot
- 1726 / 13
- Assessed value
- $549,000
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #144728, last renewed Jul 29, 2025.
Questions about 59 West 128 Street
Who owns 59 West 128 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is West Harlem Corp..
Does 59 West 128 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 186 housing violations at this property.
Is 59 West 128 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 59 West 128 Street built?
City records list 2018 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 59 West 128 Street?
It has 8 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.