217 West 131 Street
Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01937-0022Map
Owner of record: Ganahl, Rainer
217 West 131 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10027. It has 11 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Ganahl, Rainer. HPD has recorded 65 housing violations here, most recently on January 17, 2026. 34 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 65
- DOB violations
- 13
- ECB violations
- 24
- HPD complaints
- 66
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 · 65
- BHazardous
Refit vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Jan 17, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the 1st room from north located at b-room 4, 3rd story, 1st b-room from west at north
Jan 17, 2026 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the 1st room from north located at b-room 4, 3rd story, 1st b-room from west at north
Jan 17, 2026 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 4, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 17, 2026 · Apt 4
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story
Jan 17, 2026
Open — Nov certified late - 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 - 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
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, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Jul 15, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kickstand installed at vestibule door , 1st story
Jul 15, 2023
Closed — Violation closed
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- 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 at public hall, 1st story
Jul 15, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the bathroom located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing lock assembly at entrance door in the entrance located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. in the entrance located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 15, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Replace with new the missing electrical outlet cover at north wall in the bathroom located at b-room 2c, 2nd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door located at b-room 2c, 2nd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at b-room 2c, 2nd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door frame located at b-room 2c, 2nd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of excessive storage of material accumulation of garbage, mattresses, boxes, hot plate, microwave, air conditioner unit, tree branches and painting materials belonging to the landlord needs to be removed from bathroom in the bathroom located at b-room 2c, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and the ceiling in the bathroom located at b-room 2c, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Refit door at entrance in the bathroom located at b-room 2c, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lock and assembly in the bathroom located at b-room 2c, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and the ceiling in the kitchenette located at b-room 2c, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchenette located at b-room 2c, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection locknut at wasteline under sink in the kitchenette located at b-room 2c, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Provide and maintain approved mail receptacles and directories for the persons residing in the dwelling as provided in the u.s. postal regulations., 1st story
May 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at the ceiling at public hall, 2nd story
May 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of building materials at public hall, 2nd story
May 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
May 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches located at b-room 2c, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of cleaning materials, microwave, umbrellas, card board boxes, bed frame, and painting materials blocking ladder to roof at public hall, 3rd story
May 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchenette located at b-room 2c, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wooden sink counter top in the kitchenette located at b-room 2c, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Invalid certification - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling at public hall, 2nd story
May 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor located at b-room 2c, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of furniture, garbage and painting materials, television, bicyc and clothing at public hall, 1st story
May 20, 2023
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective building front entrance , 1st story
May 20, 2023
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and the ceiling located at b-room 2c, 3rd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective broken door frame located at b-room 2c, 2nd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Open — Invalid certification - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective .. located at b-room 2c, 2nd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace with new the missing door lock and key assembly in the room located at b-room 2c, 2nd story, 1st b-room from east at south
May 20, 2023 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - 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 - 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 - 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 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.
Feb 16, 2022
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.
Apr 2, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 13
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 3, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 25, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 25, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 25, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 25, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report
Oct 1, 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 - 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
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- 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 - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 24
- Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons.violation #35435601x issued on 2-15-20 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.unlawfully continued work
Jan 21, 2021 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35203829j issued on 11/03/16 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.work without a permit(sp
Jan 12, 2021 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35124590l issued on 11/03/16 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.work without a permit(ot
Jan 12, 2021 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35435601x issued on 02/14/20 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. unlawfully continued work while on notice of a stop
Nov 13, 2020 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35203829j issued on 11/03/16 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o permit. permit#123923656 not issued.
Nov 13, 2020 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35124590l issued on 11/03/16 & to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.work w/out a permit(1,2 & 3 fl
Nov 2, 2020 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35435601x issued on 02/14/20 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.unlawfully continued wor
Sep 11, 2020 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35203829j issued on 11/03/16 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for work without a permi
Sep 4, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply with commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35124590l issued on 11-03-2016 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.comply with commissioners
Sep 4, 2020 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts.failure to comply w/commissioner's order.noted:upon inspection observed violation #35203829j open.violation was issued on 11/03/2016 for work without a permit in the cellar,1st,2nd,3rd & 4th fls
Feb 14, 2020 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Unlawful acts.failure to comply w/commissioner's order.noted:upon inspection observed violation #35124590l open.violation was issued on 11/03/2016 for work without a permit in the cellar,1st,2nd &3rd floors.
Feb 14, 2020 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawful acts.failure to comply w/commissioner's orders.noted:upon inspection observed violation #35138118p open.violation was issued on 01/30/2017 for unlawfully continued work while notice of stop work order.
Feb 14, 2020 · Penalty $12,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation #35138118p issued on 01/30/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.3 workers against stop w
Jul 28, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioners order contained in summons/violation#35138118p issued on 01/30/17 amd to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.for continue work while on a
Jun 5, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35138118p issued on 01/30/17 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. for unlawfully continued work
Apr 8, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Unlawfully continued work while on notice of stop work order.noted at time of inspection observed 3 workers contrary working against stop work order which was issued on november 3rd 2016 under dob violations #
Jan 30, 2017 · Penalty $4,800
Resolve - Class - 2
As per class 2 (b265) 28-303.7 failure to file a complete boiler inspection report as per dob records. submit a current b09 report.
Jan 13, 2017 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 1
Wrk w/out a permit.noted:at cellar 1st,2nd,3rd flrs ongoing construction work including installation of full height partition walls,joists,framy.no permits filed for work.stop all work.rem:obtain permit.
Nov 3, 2016 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Unapproved,unsafe,unsuitable electrical equipment devices apparatus appliances materials or wiring in use.service entrance raceway from end line box to meter pan is rotted.rem:comply with ec code(obtain premit)
Nov 3, 2016 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to properly connect conductors to terminals.armored cables throughout bldg is not properly connected.rem:provide proper connections(obtain permit)
Nov 3, 2016 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
Wrk w/out a permit.at the time of my inspection at 1pm at above address & date i observed in the cellar 1st flr,2nd flr,3rd flr,4th flr,new sprinklers piping and sprinkler heads,new toilets,sinks,faucets,cooper
Nov 3, 2016 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to ground electrical systems.ground conductor to service switch in basement has not been provided.rem:provide grounding.
Nov 3, 2016 · Penalty $4,800
Resolve - Class - 2
Electrical wrk w/out a permit.observed at 1:30pm new electrical installation throughout bldg for panel,switches,outlets,and fixtures.no application on file for electrical wrk throughout.rem:obtain permit.
Nov 3, 2016 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
32 reseal breeching to chimney properly.
May 22, 1991
Resolve
Complaints
- Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 9, 2026 · Apt 4
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jan 9, 2026 · Apt 4
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt 2C
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jan 8, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Nov 10, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 6
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 6
Close - Door/window
Door
Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 6
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 3
Close
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- Safety
Smoke detector
Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 3
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 5
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 5
Close - Door/window
Door
Nov 10, 2025 · Apt 5
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 21, 2025 · Apt APT2C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 21, 2025 · Apt APT2C
Close - Door/window
Door
May 21, 2025 · Apt APT2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jan 24, 2025 · Apt G
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
May 24, 2024 · Apt BASEME
Close - Door/window
Door
May 21, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
May 21, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Door/window
Door
May 21, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 29, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 29, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Mar 29, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Door/window
Door
Mar 29, 2024 · Apt 2C
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 18, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 18, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Jul 14, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 14, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 14, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jul 14, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 14, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Ventilation system
Jul 14, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 14, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 14, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Mailbox
Jun 28, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Jun 28, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 28, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jun 28, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 28, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - General
Mailbox
May 8, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 8, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Door/window
Door frame
May 8, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 8, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Door/window
Door
May 8, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
May 8, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 8, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Door/window
Door
May 8, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
Apr 6, 2023 · Apt 2C
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C5)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 11
- Building area
- 2,499 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,665 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 110
- Council district
- 9
- Block / lot
- 1937 / 22
- Assessed value
- $362,700
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #133058, last renewed Jan 28, 2026.
Questions about 217 West 131 Street
Who owns 217 West 131 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Ganahl, Rainer.
Does 217 West 131 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 65 housing violations at this property.
Is 217 West 131 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 217 West 131 Street built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 217 West 131 Street?
It has 11 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.