615 West 131 Street

Manhattan, NY 10027BBL 1-01998-0017Map

Owner of record: Trustees Of Columbia University In The C Ity Of New

615 West 131 Street is an office building built in 1924 in Manhattan, 10027. The owner of record is Trustees Of Columbia University In The C Ity Of New. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations: 0
DOB violations: 49
ECB violations: 26
HPD complaints: 6

What to know

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No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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No HPD violations

HPD has not cited this building.

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No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

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Violations

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HPD housing violations · 0

No HPD violations on record

DOB building violations · 49

Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 5, 2025
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst
Sep 6, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Sprinkler none
Failed to file final sprinkler report by july 1, 2019
Sep 3, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test
Apr 5, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2018
Mar 18, 2019
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 23, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 23, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 23, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 23, 2018
Dob violation - resolved
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 30, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed

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Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst
Nov 14, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 16, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 16, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 16, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
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 2013 inspection report
Mar 3, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst
May 30, 2014
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 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Mar 26, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
Jan 1, 2012
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
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2010 inspection report
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jul 27, 2011
Dob violation - active
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 24, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 24, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 13, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 13, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 13, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 18, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Apr 2, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 11, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Oct 11, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Oct 1, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 14, 2005
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 14, 2005
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 18, 2004
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 18, 2004
Dob violation - resolved
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
1p20103
Jul 19, 2002
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
1p29739
Jul 19, 2002
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
1p29739
May 11, 2001
Dob violation - resolved
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
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
Device #1p26103
Jan 11, 1991
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
Device #1p29739
Jan 11, 1991
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed

ECB violations · 26

Class - 1
Failure to submmit the required parking structure initial observation report for an existing parking structure or a periodic inspection of aparking structure(pips) report documenting the conditions of psid#m000
Oct 1, 2024
Resolve
Class - 2
Sidewalk shed doesn't meet color specifications.at time of my inspection at a 5 story occupied building with a sidewalk shed erected.i noticed sidewalk shed is white and not hunter green as per code.sidewalk sh
Mar 8, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 1
At the time of inspection it was observed that scaffolding was not completely installed with unsecure plank. planks was not secure due to incomplete deck at work level, plank dislodge from scaffolding and fell
Mar 8, 2022 · Penalty $10,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to provide approved/accepted construction documents at job site at time of inspection.at time of my inspection observed 5 workers ongoing in construction activity at 1fl at construction site under jobxx
Jul 22, 2020
Resolve
Class - 2
Bc27-929.1/a.c.27-929.1,failure to complete the installation of a fullsystem of automatic sprinklers and file a final sprinler report prepared by a registered design professional by july 1,2019,in an office bui
Nov 15, 2019
Resolve
Class - 1
At time of inspection found 1 weil maclain lgb 15 boiler not register ed . correct all violating conditions and register boiler.
Mar 2, 2018 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Class - 2
59bb15)annual brake maintenance tag is expired (3/16)
Nov 28, 2017 · Penalty $250
Resolve
Class - 1
Work w/o permit: note: mechanical/hydraulic car lifts installed on 2 floors of garage to increase capacity of parking w/o filing or permitsrmdy: obtain permit for lifts.
Dec 29, 2013 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed passageway. noted: at garage 1st fl emergency exit door is obstructed w/tight fitting parked car. remedy: remove obstruction immediately,maintain exit passageway clear.
Dec 9, 2011 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted:at garage1st and 2nd floor the emergency exit signs are not illuminated.remedy:repair and/or replace.
Dec 9, 2011 · Penalty $250
Resolve

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Class - 2
Exit door not self closing. noted:at garage, 1st and 2nd floor exit doors held open. remedy: repair and/or replace, maintain exit door self closing.
Dec 9, 2011
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner:no fire stoppingper bc712.3;27-345.noted:at garage 2nd floor ceiling to roof,installedmetal joists and metal ceck with new roof and 4 skylights and no fire
Dec 9, 2011 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Non-hazardous
18b,15b,73x,11q,30o,57o,2x,74m,53x. adjust all inter lock on all floors, adjust all hoistway doors, restore elvator to service to property inspection. replace lights switch cover missing.
Aug 31, 1999 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
Non-hazardous
03r,. 73#,. cease use of this elevator until tested in presence of dob inspector
Jun 3, 1997 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Relocated the boiler provide the inspector copies of permits and approved plan by the dept of bldgs.
May 8, 1997 · Penalty $350
Resolve
Non-hazardous
46b,11q,05i,06i,55m,57m,15r.57-ladder 15 key lock.
Oct 10, 1995 · Penalty $100
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to provide adwquate emergendy exit light on flrs: 6,5,4,3. in tenant's space and hallways. failure to provide adequate emergency power to exit directional signs in hallways and tenants space, floors: 6,
Aug 1, 1994 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to complete installation of emergency power exit light in hallways and tenant spaces on variou floors.(ie 6,5,3,2) failure to complete installation of emergency power directional signs various floors.
Nov 16, 1993 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to provide emergency power exit lights in staircases also emergency power exit lights inadequate in corridors and tenant spaces throughout building failure to provide adequate emergency power exit and d
Jun 9, 1993 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Elevator landing signs incorrect doesnot reflect floor plan of bldg indicating various staircases in bldg remedy isntall signs as per code ll16/84
Jun 9, 1993
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Failure to provide emergency power exit lights in staircase,also emergency power exit lights inadequate in corridors and tenant spaces throughout building failure to provide adquate emergency power exit
Jan 29, 1993 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Non-hazardous
07x,28l,53x,57o,59o,
Sep 3, 1992 · Penalty $100
Resolve
Non-hazardous
06l,35o,35r,53x,74r,35r-all non-pertiment material 74r-illegal wiring.
Sep 3, 1992 · Penalty $100
Resolve
Non-hazardous
Elevator landing sign (located above elevator door) not properly placed. floor number sigms missing or defective (painted) stair i.d. signs missing or defective. remedy: place elevator landing signs above "call
Jun 11, 1992
Resolve
Non-hazardous
28l,25l,07l,24l,09l,16l,52l,06l. #25 rear door. #10 auto/door close.#7 in the rear door/front ten.
Jan 11, 1991
Resolve
Non-hazardous
05l,15r,53x,46k,35r,35r,40t,11m,57o,01l. #05 rear gate. #15 lock. #35 all mat. that is not ele. related. #35 all electric wiring in n.r. #40 w/a visible date. #11 guard. #01 sound.
Jan 11, 1991
Resolve

Complaints

Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 3, 2026 · Apt 74
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Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 3, 2026 · Apt 74
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Electric
Outlet/switch
May 3, 2026 · Apt 74
Close
Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 3, 2026 · Apt 74
Close
Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 3, 2026 · Apt 74
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Heating
Heat related
Feb 16, 2011 · Apt 3C
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Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type: Office building (O5)
Year built: 1924
Floors: 6
Residential units: —
Building area: 210,000 ft²
Lot area: 34,970 ft²
Zoning: C6-1
Community board: 109
Council district: 7
Block / lot: 1998 / 17
Assessed value: $22,185,900
Landmark / historic district: No

Questions about 615 West 131 Street

Who owns 615 West 131 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Trustees Of Columbia University In The C Ity Of New.

Does 615 West 131 Street have violations?

NYC HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

Is 615 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 615 West 131 Street built?

City records list 1924 as the year it was built.

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