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521 Lenox Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10037BBL 1-01921-0029Map

Owner of record: Sollazzo-Lampkin, Vin

521 Lenox Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10037. It has 6 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Sollazzo-Lampkin, Vin. HPD has recorded 227 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 11 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
227
DOB violations
15
ECB violations
2
HPD complaints
59

What to know

Concern
4 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 · 227

  • 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
  • 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

    Open — Info 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
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room

    Feb 20, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 3F

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Feb 20, 2025 · Apt 3F

    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, 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 3, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at bulkhead , 5th story

    Apr 9, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of furniture at fire passage way, 1st story

    Apr 9, 2022

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Sep 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Sep 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    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 public hall, 1st story

    Sep 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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

    Sep 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of house hold items at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 1, 2021

    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.

    Apr 1, 2021

    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, 2021

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box , notice missing , 1st story

    Dec 4, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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, 1st story

    Dec 4, 2020

    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., 1st story

    Dec 4, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper., 1st story

    Dec 4, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    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., 1st story

    Dec 4, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 , frame missing , 1st story

    Dec 4, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of construction materials being stored at bulkhead , 5th story

    Dec 4, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall at bulkhead , 5th story

    Dec 4, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant plaster at bulkhead south wall , 5th story

    Dec 4, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of construction material being stored at public hall, 3rd story

    Dec 4, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of furniture at vestibule , 1st story

    Dec 4, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Dec 4, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 19, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint or post a sign indicating floors missing at all public hall stairs wall landing at 1st, 2nd. 3rd, 4th ,5th floor.

    Dec 18, 2019

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of key operated lock at door leading to fire escape window. in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 3f, 4th story

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color .. ceiling, north wall, south wall in the bathroom located at apt 3f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color .. north wall, ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 3f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at cooking stove. in the kitchen located at apt 3f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at south and west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at wash basin at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 3f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Open — Defect letter issued
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at south wall in the kitchen located at apt 3f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace with new the missing ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 3f, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 3f, 4th story

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 3f, 4th story

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise door lock. in the entrance located at apt 3f, 4th story

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 3f, 4th story

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink base at east wall. in the kitchen located at apt 3f, 4th story

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Properly repair the broken or defective door frame casing in the private hallway located at apt 3f, 4th story

    Dec 18, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 15

  • 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 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

    Jan 17, 2020

    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 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 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
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  • 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
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Jul 28, 1995

    Dob violation - active
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Jul 28, 1995

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 2

  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain in a code compliant manner. the brownstone lintels& sills are spalling & defective at various locations of the south exterior wall(exp#2). remedy" make repairs in a code compliant manner.

    Sep 20, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 3

    Fail to maintain. defect is: wood staircase landings leading to roof are sagging, partially rotted & defective. remedy: make all necessary repairs.

    Jan 14, 2010 · Penalty $500

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 12, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 3, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 19, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 17, 2025 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 12, 2025 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 22, 2024 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Nov 5, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 16, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Dec 16, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 16, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 16, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 16, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 16, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Dec 16, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Dec 16, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 16, 2019 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Aug 31, 2019 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Aug 31, 2019 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Aug 31, 2019 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Jun 4, 2013 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Jan 6, 2013 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Sep 4, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Sep 4, 2012 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 16, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Dec 16, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Carbon monoxide

    Dec 16, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Smoke detector

    Dec 16, 2011 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    Dec 16, 2011 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Jan 12, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Jan 12, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Rubbish

    Jan 12, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Jan 12, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Jan 12, 2011 · Apt 1

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Radiator

    Dec 20, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 20, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Windows

    Dec 20, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Dec 20, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Dec 20, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Dec 20, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Dec 20, 2010 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Locks

    Jul 29, 2008 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 23, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 23, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Nov 23, 2007 · Apt 4

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 23, 2005 · Apt 6

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S9)
Year built
1910
Floors
5
Residential units
6
Building area
8,400 ft²
Lot area
1,869 ft²
Zoning
R7-2
Community board
110
Council district
9
Block / lot
1921 / 29
Assessed value
$432,450
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #117420, last renewed Aug 12, 2024.

Questions about 521 Lenox Avenue

Who owns 521 Lenox Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sollazzo-Lampkin, Vin.

Does 521 Lenox Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 227 housing violations at this property.

Is 521 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 521 Lenox Avenue built?

City records list 1910 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 521 Lenox Avenue?

It has 6 residential units and 8 units in total.

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