2490 Fredrick Douglass Bl
Manhattan, NY 10030BBL 1-01939-0001Map
Owner of record: 2490 Fdb, LLC
2490 Fredrick Douglass Bl is a walk-up apartment building built in 1920 in Manhattan, 10030. It has 12 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is 2490 Fdb, LLC. HPD has recorded 129 housing violations here, most recently on August 27, 2026. 41 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 12 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 129
- DOB violations
- 25
- ECB violations
- 16
- HPD complaints
- 133
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 129
- ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sq.ft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 27, 2026 · Apt 4A
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 27, 2026 · Apt 4A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 27, 2026 · Apt 4A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 22, 2026 · Apt 4A
Open — 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 29, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 4b, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Dec 7, 2025 · Apt 4B
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.
Nov 17, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2025 · Apt 4A
Open — 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 - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 14, 2025 · Apt 4A
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
May 14, 2025 · Apt 4A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 14, 2025 · Apt 3C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 14, 2025 · Apt 3C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Remove device preventing door from being self-closing magnetic door stopper in the entrance located at apt 3c, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
May 14, 2025 · Apt 3C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Apr 11, 2024 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Apr 11, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story
Apr 11, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling at public hall, 1st story
Apr 11, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective building entrance door lock at public hall, 1st story
Apr 11, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 4C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 4C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 4C
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 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Apr 2, 2024 · Apt 4C
Open — 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 - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Mar 26, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Mar 26, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak above ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Mar 26, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 4C
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Mar 7, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling at public hall, 4th story
Mar 7, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2b, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 2B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... appx 28 sqft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 4A
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4a, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 4C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 4C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower sashes at all east windows in the 4th room from east located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 4C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door to bulkhead
Mar 7, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 4C
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door to bulkhead, roof.
Mar 7, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower sash at north window in the bathroom located at apt 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 7, 2024 · Apt 4C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items at public hall, 4th story
Mar 7, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of a refrigerator with doors intact at center of roof
Mar 7, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 4a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 14, 2024 · Apt 4A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of a bicycle and household items at public hall, 5th story
Feb 14, 2024
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical light fixture at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 14, 2024 · Apt 4A
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at bulkhead door
Feb 14, 2024
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 5th story
Feb 14, 2024
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 25
- Construction other optional
Emergency work order.at time of inspection,i observed cracking stone m asonry decor,step cracks,multiple locations at exp4 south elevation,ob served fallen debris hazardous condition impacting public streetside remedy:owner to provide adequate safety measures at exposure 4 south e levation to connect existing sws & extend the shed to end of building
May 16, 2026
Dob violation - active - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Remedy: provide approximately 25' linear feet of additional.sidewalk shed at exposure #4 south.elevation
Oct 10, 2025
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
Failure to maintain exterior building in a code compliant manner note: at time of inspection observed @ exp#1 damaged stone step crack in brick work & damaged cornice. exp#4 observed damaged stone loose unsecure stone & brick cracked brick & stone and damaged cornice remedy: repair and/or replace
Sep 23, 2025
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Emergency work order to immediately provide safety measures to secure the public @ exp#4 south elev to extend side walk shed 10 ft. to secure public from loose stone @ lintels at exp#4. remedy:take/provide safety measures to secure public safety @ exp 4 south. provide side walk shed immediately direct of licensed professional
Sep 23, 2025
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 4, 2023
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 4, 2023
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 4, 2023
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 11, 2022
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 27, 2022
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Apr 13, 2022
Dob violation - active
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- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 2, 2022
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 16, 2022
Dob violation - active - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Immediately provide full sidewalk shed protection, approximately. 35 feet for exposure#1,west elevation ,8th avenue and approximately 110 linear feet for exposure #4,south elevation, west 133 street
Feb 1, 2022
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Emergency work order due to cracks @so.east corner of expo#1&4 loose brick/step crack at 4th flr crack watertable &crack @window masonry 2fl exposure 1 crack watertable exposoure loose bricks spalling&damage joint remedy:immediately provide safety measures for the facade and shoring under nyc lic.profess.engin.also plans for repair by2/28/22
Jan 31, 2022
Dob violation - active - 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 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
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Unsafe buildings none
Ub-unsafe buildings none
Oct 8, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Mar 14, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 16
- Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.at time of inspection observed at roof level cracked/damaged chimney with loose bricks & at exp #1 #2 #3 #4 same damaged conditions from last inspection sti
Dec 15, 2022 · Penalty $625
Active - Class - 1
Unlawful acts,failure to to comply with commissioner order.noted:as per previous violation#35663841j issued on 07-15-2022 and previous violation#35664256n issued on 08-30-2022 for failure to maintain building i
Oct 15, 2022 · Penalty $6,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed passageway note:as per previous violation#35651368p issued on 05-11-2022 and violation#35663842l issued on 07-15-2022 and violation#35664257p issued on 08-30-2022 as of today's i
Oct 15, 2022 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed passageway.note:as prev v35651368p issued5/11/22&v35663842l on7/15/22&as of today8/30/22 observed still objects obstructing fire escape@exp3e el.remove obstructions.
Aug 30, 2022 · Penalty $625
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in codecompliant manner note:as prev v35651365j issued5/11/22&v35663841j issued7/15/22&of today toi 8/30/22 observed@exp1w el same condition which damaged stone,loose bricks@4fl,broken
Aug 30, 2022 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed passageway.note as previous violation#35651368p issued on 5/11/2022 and as of today 7/15/2022,observed objects obstructing fire escape at exp3,4 east and south elevation.remedy:r
Jul 15, 2022
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner.note as previous violation#35651365j issued on 5/11/2022 and as of today 7/15/2022,observed same conditions at exp1 west elevation damaged stone,loose bri
Jul 15, 2022 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed passageway.note:observed objects obstructing fire escapes at exp #3(east) & exp #4(south)remedy:remove obstructions
May 11, 2022
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.note:observed at exp #1(west)buidling stone & loose brick at 4th floor window lintel deteriorating cornice cracked brick masonry & cracked watertable exp #2
May 11, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Unlawful acts.failure to comply with commissioner's order.note:ecb violation #35635592j issued 11/27/21 required owner to provide additional safety measures at exp #4(south)& as of 5/11/22 no such measures have
May 11, 2022 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to provide adequate sws where require note:atoi owner/respondent didnt fully comply w/prev vio to install [email protected]'.&unsafe condition exist cracks&damage@roof cornice&water table.provide adequate sw
Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $25,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to take & provide sidewalk shed where required. observe defectfacade at south east corner of exp#1&4. step crack/loose brick causingwall movement at 4th fl,crack water table & 2nd fl. remedy: provide si
Jan 15, 2022 · Penalty $25,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliance. view at exp #1 west elevation defective cornice crack at various location exp #3 east elevation step crack deterioration damaged mortar joints and spalling brick
Jan 15, 2022 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.(1)at west elevation,exp#1 observed;step cracks and separated mortar joints @ 4th floor-vertical cracks between 2nd & 3rd floors-cracked water table @ 2nd f
Nov 27, 2021 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to provide sws where required.as noted:@sw corner,exp# observed step cracks@separated mortar joints@4fl also there are many locations of damaged facade cornice@exp1&4 immediately provide 125' sws along
Nov 27, 2021 · Penalty $25,000
Active - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain. defect noted: facade windows missing broken loose detached. noted: 2&5 is vacant occupancy. noted locations: (1) south facade 2nd fl to 5th east to west. remedy: make safe, seal as per code
Aug 29, 2003 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 27, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 27, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Electric
No lighting
Sep 27, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Sep 27, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 28, 2026 · Apt 1C
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 27, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Aug 27, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Aug 27, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 27, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 27, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close
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- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 27, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 20, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Door/window
Door
Apr 10, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Roof door/hatch
Apr 10, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Apr 10, 2026 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 29, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 27, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 27, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 5, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 27, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 25, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 24, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 22, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 13, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 5, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 3, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 1, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jun 3, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 19, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 19, 2025 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 3C
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 3C
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 3C
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 24, 2025 · Apt 4A
Close - General
Ventilation system
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 4A
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 4A
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 4A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 4A
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Apr 10, 2024 · Apt 4A
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 4C
Close - Electric
Lighting
Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 4C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 4C
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 4C
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 4C
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 4C
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Mar 25, 2024 · Apt 4C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Mar 23, 2024 · Apt 4A
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Mar 23, 2024 · Apt 4A
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C7)
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 12
- Building area
- 11,393 ft²
- Lot area
- 2,500 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 110
- Council district
- 9
- Block / lot
- 1939 / 1
- Assessed value
- $1,145,250
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #108281, last renewed Nov 19, 2024.
Questions about 2490 Fredrick Douglass Bl
Who owns 2490 Fredrick Douglass Bl?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 2490 Fdb, LLC.
Does 2490 Fredrick Douglass Bl have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 129 housing violations at this property.
Is 2490 Fredrick Douglass Bl rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 12 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 12 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 2490 Fredrick Douglass Bl built?
City records list 1920 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 2490 Fredrick Douglass Bl?
It has 12 residential units and 17 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.