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70 West 108 Street

Manhattan, NY 10025BBL 1-01843-0059Map

Owner of record: 70 West 108 Street HDFC

70 West 108 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1940 in Manhattan, 10025. It has 16 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 70 West 108 Street HDFC. HPD has recorded 51 housing violations here, most recently on November 17, 2025. 45 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
51
DOB violations
4
ECB violations
0
HPD complaints
1

What to know

Concern
3 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Nov 17, 2025

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 · 51

  • 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 17, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and lash at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 7, 2024

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing hook and lash at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 7, 2024

    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

    Feb 7, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    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 7, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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.

    Feb 7, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • 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

    Feb 7, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 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 too high at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 7, 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.

    Oct 25, 2019

    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 10, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code & 309 m/d law abate the nuisance consisting of plywood at boiler room cellar.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at kitchen near bathroom 4th sty west apt 4w. located at apt 4w

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 4W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the rear yard.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.08 adm code post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing 1st sty public hall.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 1st sty south apt 1r. located at apt 1r

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling of southwest room 1 sty south apt 1r. located at apt 1r

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor at kitchen 1st sty south apt 1r. located at apt 1r

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly secure the loose washbasin at bathroom 1st sty south apt 1r. located at apt 1r

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-16.01 adm code repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet bathroom 1st sty south apt 1r. located at apt 1r

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code arrange and make self-closing the doors entrance to 1st sty apt 1r. located at apt 1r

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit entrance to 1st sty south apt 1r. located at apt 1r

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 1R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    § 62 m/d law rearrange television and/or radio antenna to be at least 10 feet above roof and not attached to any fire escape or soil or vent line roof at center east.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective unhinged door at bathroom 2 sty west apt 2w. located at apt 2w

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 2W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 3 sty south apt 3r. located at apt 3r

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-20.08 adm code repair or replace the smoke detector broken 3 sty south apt 3r mrs gelabent. located at apt 3r

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 3R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing at 4th sty east apt 4e. located at apt 4e

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01,20.07 adm code provide approved one-hour fire resistance rated self-closing door with key-operated dead bolt & latch set, peep hole & chain guard at main entrance to 4th sty east apt 4e. located at apt 4e

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.07 adm code provide seal of one-hour fire retarding material for transoms over all door openings to public hall from 4th sty east apt 4e. located at apt 4e

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 4E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing cover for electric meter box 4 sty public hall.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.07 adm code provide seal of one-hour fire retarding material for transoms over all door openings to public hall from 4th sty west apt 4w. located at apt 4w

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 4W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes rear stacks all stys.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective sash chain upper and lower all window kitchen is south room 4th sty west apt 4w. located at apt 4w

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 4W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code refit door to bathroom 5th sty south apt 5r. located at apt 5r

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 5R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 5th sty south apt 5r. located at apt 5r

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 5R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-20.08,20.09 adm code provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing 5th sty south apt 5r. located at apt 5r

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 5R

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls and ceiling of south room 5th sty east apt 5e. located at apt 5e

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 5E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective sash chain upper and lower south room window 5th sty east apt 5e. located at apt 5e

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 5E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 5th sty east apt 5e. located at apt 5e

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 5E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-20.07 adm code provide seal of one-hour fire retarding material for transoms over all door openings to public hall from 5th sty east apt 5e. located at apt 5e

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 5E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the broken or defective sash chain upper and lower at 5th sty public hall to bulkhead window.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the roof so that it will not leak over 5 sty public hall at south.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective eroded mortar joints exterior wall 5 sty to roof northeast air shaft.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-19.07 adm code install and maintain sufficient light or lights of at least 40 watts incandescent or equivalent each, to light adequately from sunset to sunrise the rear yard.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code remove the accumulation of refuse and/or rubbish and maintain in a clean condition the cellar throughout.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01 adm code properly repair the broken or defective paving cellar at center.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-11.01, 11.03, 11.05 adm code cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the dogs fecal matter at cellar.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-34.01 adm code discontinue use of rooms for living, disconnect plumbing fixtures and properly seal pipe connections cellar front west and center west.

    Jan 30, 1987

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    D26-10.01, 10.05 adm code fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate 2nd sty west apt 2w. located at apt 2w

    Jan 30, 1987 · Apt 2W

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to building's heating system 1st sty public hall near mailboxes and at door to boiler room.

    Dec 23, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    D26-17.10 adm code provide ready access to building's heating system cellar door locked front areaway.

    Dec 23, 1986

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 4

  • 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 19, 2007

    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 18, 1993

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 0

No ECB violations on record

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 5, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C6)
Year built
1940
Floors
5
Residential units
16
Building area
9,540 ft²
Lot area
2,523 ft²
Zoning
R8B
Community board
107
Council district
7
Block / lot
1843 / 59
Assessed value
$765,000
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #129289, last renewed Dec 30, 2025.

Questions about 70 West 108 Street

Who owns 70 West 108 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 70 West 108 Street HDFC.

Does 70 West 108 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 51 housing violations at this property.

Is 70 West 108 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 70 West 108 Street built?

City records list 1940 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 70 West 108 Street?

It has 16 residential units.

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