55 Lenox Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10026BBL 1-01822-0035Map
Owner of record: 2024 Mary Mensah Irrevocable Trust
55 Lenox Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10026. It has 4 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 2024 Mary Mensah Irrevocable Trust. HPD has recorded 51 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 45 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 51
- DOB violations
- 11
- ECB violations
- 10
- HPD complaints
- 22
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 · 51
- 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 29, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - 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 17, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - 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
Open — Nov sent out - 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 22, 2024
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 1, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - 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 15, 2023
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 15, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 15, 2022
Open — Info nov sent out - 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 15, 2022
Open — Nov sent out
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- 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 1, 2021
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling, east wall, south wall and north wall at lobby, 1st story
Mar 4, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retared material at ceiling and all walls at public hall, 1st story
Feb 2, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective paving ... at front areaway
Feb 2, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Feb 2, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - 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. at public hall, 1st story
Feb 2, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Feb 2, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Feb 2, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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
Feb 2, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Feb 2, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide sufficient, proper and separate metal receptacles for the deposit of garbage, rubbish and other waste material and arrange for collection and disposal of such material. at public hall, 1st story
Feb 2, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective the cement floor at public hall, 1st story
Feb 2, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at the ceiling and all walls at public hall, 1st story
Feb 2, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly secure the loose wiring at south wall at public hall, 1st story
Feb 2, 2020
Open — Nov sent out - 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 9, 2018
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 - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box , sign missing at public hall, 1st story
Jun 16, 2003
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Section 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 , frame missing at public hall, 1st story
Jun 16, 2003
Open — Nov sent out - 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
Jun 16, 2003
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector that is missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story
Jun 16, 2003 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective tin ceiling basement at south.
Sep 2, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all stys west fire escape.
Sep 2, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective north cement retaining wall front areaway.
Sep 2, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles vestibule 1 sty public hall.
Sep 2, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Section 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 1 sty public hall at or near mailboxes.
Sep 2, 1999
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 1 sty public hall at or near mailboxes & door to boiler room.
Sep 2, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box vestibule at or near mailboxes.
Sep 2, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the missing sash chain window 2 sty public hall.
Sep 2, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective upper & lower sash window 2 sty public hall.
Sep 2, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective glass window 2 sty public hall.
Sep 2, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective frame skylight roof bulkhead.
Sep 2, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the south air shaft.
Sep 2, 1999
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of concealed water leak under stored front of bldg er1.
Oct 26, 1992
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-20.08,20.09 adm code file certification of satisfactory installation of smoke detecting device in accordance with h.p.d. rules and regulations.
Sep 11, 1987
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
D26-13.03 adm code abate the nuisance consisting of vermin roaches and mice excreta 2nd sty south apt 2 r64. located at apt 2
Sep 11, 1987 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
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.
Sep 11, 1987
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls 1 sty vestibule.
Sep 11, 1987
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-12.01 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling public hall bulkhead to roof.
Sep 11, 1987
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 11
- 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 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 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
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 19, 2007
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - active
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- Electric signs none
Es-electric signs none
Mar 26, 1999
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 10
- Class - 3
Work w/o permit. noted: accessory business sign awning for "black ink tatoo studio". apprx 14'x2'x2'. rmdy: obtain a permit.
Jun 17, 2015 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 3
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. defect noted:atexposure one there are minor cracks & spalling on stucco & in the interior of premises on 4th flr missing tiles making it as a trip hazard c
May 19, 2012 · Penalty $500
Active - Class - 3
Work w/o permit.work noted:constructed wood deck covering rear yard.remedy:obtain permit or remove deck.
Apr 15, 2011
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain wall. noted: exterior bldg wall (bricks) is spalling, missing mortar & bricks, section of cornice is missing. remedy: maintain bldg wall, make all necessary repairs.
Jan 30, 2007 · Penalty $800
Active - Hazardous
Failure to carry out demo operation in a safe & proper manner: note atroof level workers are removed existing tar roof & throwing debris from roof in alleyway which is affecting adj property at 104 w 113 st.
Sep 5, 2006 · Penalty $2,000
Active - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permits: at ground level: commercial store in process of making renovation. remove an existing shed roof & extending escape to 2nd fl level w/ cement board & stucco finish, 2"x4" stud for framing.
Aug 9, 2006
Resolve - Hazardous
Sidewalk shed does not meet building code specifications:noted side walk shed in front of 55 lenox ave has light fixtures that are illuminated at time of inspection (not).remedy:conform to bldg code specficatio
Nov 17, 2003 · Penalty $5,000
Active - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit.work noted.erected a sidewalk shed approx 45'-0" long at the front facade without 1st obtaining a permit from bldg dept.remedy:obtain permit
Sep 9, 2003 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit work noted installed partitions and separate door jambs and doors to existing living spaces to create separate room units w seperate entry locksets noted partitions installed divide living rms
Aug 7, 2003 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall noted defect facade defective loose broken detached erroded masonry sill and associated ornamenta projecting storework noted locations 2nd fl north at window headed above
Jun 26, 2003 · Penalty $800
Active
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 24, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 29, 2020 · Apt MAINFL
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Jan 29, 2020 · Apt MAINFL
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jan 29, 2020 · Apt MAINFL
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jan 29, 2020 · Apt MAINFL
Close - Flooring/stairs
Stairs
Jan 29, 2020 · Apt MAINFL
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 29, 2020 · Apt 1FL
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 5, 2018 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Feb 11, 2008 · Apt 4
Close - Electric
Electric-supply
Feb 11, 2008 · Apt 4
Close
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- Heating
Heat related
Jul 26, 2005 · Apt 0
Close - Nonconst
Carbon monoxide
Jul 26, 2005 · Apt 0
Close - Nonconst
Smoke detector
Jul 26, 2005 · Apt 0
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jul 26, 2005 · Apt 0
Close - Electric
Lighting
Jul 26, 2005 · Apt 0
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jul 26, 2005 · Apt 0
Close - Construction
Elevator
Jul 26, 2005 · Apt 0
Close - Construction
Elevator
Jul 26, 2005 · Apt 0
Close - General
Windows
Jul 26, 2005 · Apt 0
Close - Electric
Lighting
Nov 13, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Aug 20, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close - Electric
Bell-buzzer/intercom
Jun 9, 2003 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S4)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 7,485 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,691 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 110
- Council district
- 9
- Block / lot
- 1822 / 35
- Assessed value
- $342,000
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #106800, last renewed Oct 22, 2020.
Questions about 55 Lenox Avenue
Who owns 55 Lenox Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 2024 Mary Mensah Irrevocable Trust.
Does 55 Lenox Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 51 housing violations at this property.
Is 55 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 55 Lenox Avenue built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 55 Lenox Avenue?
It has 4 residential units and 5 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.