2540 Fredrick Douglass Bl
Manhattan, NY 10030BBL 1-01941-0003Map
Owner of record: Greater Harlem Housing HDFC
2540 Fredrick Douglass Bl is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10030. It has 17 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Greater Harlem Housing HDFC. HPD has recorded 168 housing violations here, most recently on May 26, 2026. 42 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 17 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 168
- DOB violations
- 7
- ECB violations
- 1
- HPD complaints
- 232
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
Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 168
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cracked glass pane at lower sash window in the kitchen located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 26, 2026 · Apt 2C
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 26, 2026 · Apt 2C
Open — Civ14 mailed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electric wall outlet in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 26, 2026 · Apt 2C
Open — Civ14 mailed - 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 - 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
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance to building , 1st story
Jan 23, 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
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 17, 2025
Open — Info nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection wast line at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 26, 2025 · Apt 3A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling. in the 1st room from east located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 26, 2025 · Apt 3A
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.
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice at public hall, 1st story
Oct 1, 2024
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Sep 17, 2024 · Apt 5C
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 1, 2024 · Apt 3A
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection waste line at wash basin in the kitchen located at apt 3a, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 1, 2024 · Apt 3A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the private hallway located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 5, 2024 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 5, 2024 · Apt 3B
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 - 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
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 5C
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5c, 5th story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jan 25, 2024 · Apt 5C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Dec 31, 2023 · Apt 2C
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door leading to cellar locked at boiler room
Dec 31, 2023
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 2c, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Dec 31, 2023 · Apt 2C
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 15, 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 15, 2023
Open — Info nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 24, 2023 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 24, 2023 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 24, 2023 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective outlet/switch at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 24, 2023 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north and east walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 24, 2023 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at north and east walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3d, 3rd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Aug 24, 2023 · Apt 3D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 8, 2023 · Apt 5B
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell and buzzer system from building front entrance to intercom box at east wall in the private hallway located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 8, 2023 · Apt 5B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tiles at east in the bathroom located at apt 5b, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 8, 2023 · Apt 5B
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.
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.
Nov 2, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at north wall in the foyer located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 29, 2022 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color north wall behind the radiator in the 1st room from east located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 29, 2022 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood base cabinet at washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 29, 2022 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelin enamel finsh by method of reglazing at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 29, 2022 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 29, 2022 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective locking device at door in the entrance located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 29, 2022 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... 30 sq ft at the ceiling and walls in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 29, 2022 · Apt 1A
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection at the waste line drain pipe at wash/basin in the bathroom located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Jun 29, 2022 · Apt 1A
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 7
- 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
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 1
- Class - 2
Found lochinvar gas fired boiler model #chn-0991 not registered with dob, pull permit bring job up to current code and call for inspection/sign off.
Sep 17, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Complaints
- Plumbing
Basin/sink
May 21, 2026 · Apt 2C
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
May 21, 2026 · Apt 2C
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
May 21, 2026 · Apt 2C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 21, 2026 · Apt 2C
Close - Door/window
Door
May 21, 2026 · Apt 2C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 11, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 10, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Door/window
Door
May 21, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Electric
No lighting
May 21, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Electric
No lighting
May 21, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close
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- Plumbing
Basin/sink
May 21, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Electric
No lighting
Apr 3, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 3, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Electric
No lighting
Apr 3, 2025 · Apt 3A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 27, 2024 · Apt 5C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 16, 2024 · Apt 5C
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 29, 2024 · Apt 3A
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Aug 29, 2024 · Apt 3A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 16, 2024 · Apt 5C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 8, 2024 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 6, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
May 30, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
May 22, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 22, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 22, 2024 · Apt 3B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 22, 2024 · Apt 5C
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 10, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 3, 2024 · Apt 3A
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 3, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 30, 2023 · Apt 3B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 1, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jul 31, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - General
Ventilation system
Jul 31, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - Paint/plaster
Window/frame
Jul 31, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jul 31, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jul 31, 2023 · Apt 5B
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 18, 2023 · Apt 3D
Close - Electric
Outlet/switch
May 18, 2023 · Apt 3D
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
May 18, 2023 · Apt 3D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Apr 23, 2023 · Apt 3A
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jun 23, 2022 · Apt 1A
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jun 23, 2022 · Apt 1A
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jun 23, 2022 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 23, 2022 · Apt 1A
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 23, 2022 · Apt 1A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jun 23, 2022 · Apt 1A
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C4)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 17
- Building area
- 14,975 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 110
- Council district
- 9
- Block / lot
- 1941 / 3
- Assessed value
- $549,900
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #135228, last renewed Mar 5, 2026.
Questions about 2540 Fredrick Douglass Bl
Who owns 2540 Fredrick Douglass Bl?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Greater Harlem Housing HDFC.
Does 2540 Fredrick Douglass Bl have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 168 housing violations at this property.
Is 2540 Fredrick Douglass Bl rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 17 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 17 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 2540 Fredrick Douglass Bl built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 2540 Fredrick Douglass Bl?
It has 17 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.