726 St Nicholas Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10031BBL 1-02053-0068Map
Owner of record: Robert Lewis
726 St Nicholas Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1890 in Manhattan, 10031. It has 4 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Robert Lewis. HPD has recorded 18 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 10 of the 18 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 18
- DOB violations
- 25
- ECB violations
- 25
- HPD complaints
- 0
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
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 · 18
- 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 - 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 - 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 - 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.
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
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
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.
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.
Apr 1, 2021
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.
Apr 1, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- 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.
Oct 25, 2019
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 6, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following minimum required 100 watts (light fixture present) at front areaway
Dec 11, 2015
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.
Oct 1, 2015
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 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
Above premises have been vacant and untenanted except for caretaker for 60 days or more, and cannot be reoccupied until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained. premises have been vacant since 2/28/69 and still on 3/23/2012
Mar 23, 2012
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
File with this department a registration statement for building.
Nov 6, 1996
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
D26-35.01 adm code above premises have been vacant and untenanted except for caretaker for 60 days or more, and cannot be reoccupied until a new certificate of occupancy has been obtained. premises have been vacant since 2-28-69.
Dec 2, 1986
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
DOB building violations · 25
- Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Remedy: seal all doors at exposure 1 to prevent access to unauthorized person
Oct 5, 2026
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 - Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Remove exisitin non-permitted sidewalk shed at exp 1 of 728, 726, &724 st nicholas ave and tightboard fence surounding front yard of 726 expi red fence #moo721205-i1. after removal of unpermited shed, new shed to be provided extending from south property line of 724 to 5-0 past nor th line of 724. all debris to be removed from front yard of 726 st nic
Aug 18, 2023
Dob violation - dismissed - 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 2021 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 - Construction other optional
Ftm-steep scoped roof at front has deteriorated wood frameactive lean at rear of roof.portion of parapet at exp4 removed w/out permit and missing waterproofing.comply with dob violation #022323feu10903bs
Apr 12, 2023
Dob violation - active
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- Immediate emergency anythingoptional
Partial demolition of the whole exposure 1 front facade to grade level and weatherproof backup wall
Feb 28, 2022
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Failure to comply with commissioner's order-dob violation #022422feu10901bs(control #357382)issued on 02/24/2022 req'd submission of names & registration #'s for onsite pe & dob reg'd contractor(to perform emergency work)by 02/24/2022, means & method for removals. remedy:comply w/dob violation #022422feu10901bs immed
Feb 28, 2022
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Ewo-front facade(exp1)partly collpsd @3&4fl on 2/23/22.loose&outward displcd stone rmains @exp4(south)end exp1 wall adj to partialcollapse area.top of exp1 facade in imminent danger of further collpse immed rmove/dismntle unstable portion frnt facad byhand frm manlift all wrk suprv&dirctd by pe.submt means&methods
Feb 24, 2022
Dob violation - active - Padlock none
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner - front decorative stone fa ade is in a state of disrepair with a section approx. 15ft x 10ft had fallen with the remaining in danger of collapsing
Feb 23, 2022
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Emergency work-front facade partially collapsed at 3rd and 4th flr levels on 2/23/22. loose/outward displaced stone at exp4(south)end of exp1(front)wall adjacent to partial collapse. corroded ties, deteriorated brick mortar and loose braces also observed. remedy:immed install sidewalk shed at sidwalk . file for permit
Feb 23, 2022
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Ftm-steep scoped roof at front has deteriorated wood framing. active lean at rear of roof. portion of parapet at exp4(south)removed w/o permit & missing waterproofing. deteriorated & water damage framing observed at front of 4fl w/new wood framing w/o permit. remedy: nyspe struct eng'r/nysra architect to immed eval entire bldg & design repair
Feb 23, 2022
Dob violation - active - Construction other optional
Ftm-front facade partially collapsed on 02/23/2022 and again on 02/27/2022. missing stone facade and portions of brick backup at 3 & 4 floor levels missing at exp1(front). remedy: nyspe structural eng'r to immed eval entire front facade and design repairs. file for repairs by 03/28/2022. obtain permits and start work by 04/11/2022
Feb 23, 2022
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 - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 10, 1997
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1994
Dob violation - active - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 18, 1993
Dob violation - active
ECB violations · 25
- Class - 3
Atoi, observed that plywood used to seal door is loose and broken, allowing access to main entrance/front door., repair and or replace; reseal door in a code complaint manner.
Oct 5, 2026 · Penalty $500
Active - Class - 1
Failure to submit certificate of correction of violation #37025962m issued on 10-11-2023 for unlawful acts. failure to comply with commissioner's order., comply with commissioner's order
Apr 22, 2026 · Penalty $25,000
Active - Class - 2
Failure to submit certificate of correction of violation #37023272x issued on 11-01-2022 for unlawful acts. failure to comply with commissioner's order., file a certificate of correction
Apr 22, 2026 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to submit certificate of correction of violation #39056803j issued on 02-23-2022 for failure to maintain building in code complaint-manner., file a certificate of correction
Apr 22, 2026 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to submit certificate of correction of violation #39056623m issued on 02-23-2022 for work without a permit., comply with commissioner's order
Apr 22, 2026 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 2
Failure to submit certificate of correction of violation #39056624y issued on 02-23-2022 for failure to maintain building in code complaint-manner., file a certificate of correction
Apr 22, 2026 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order in dob violation 022322cne01kc/vio22-0050, dated 2/23/2022. respondent was required to submit an engineer's report concerning structurally deficient conditions. a
Oct 11, 2023 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 2
Observed sidewalk shed at exposure one no permit was obtained prior the installation of the sidewalk shed in contrary with article 105-permits, failed to obtain permits. 28-105.1 general. it shall be unlawful t
Aug 14, 2023 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Failed to provide project information panel on shed and or fence in contrary with bc-3301.9.1 fence project information panel also creating hazardous for fdny to located in emergency. to comply with code, where
Aug 14, 2023 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Observed construction fence at exposure one, expired permit. failed to renew permit in contrary with 28-105.2 classification of work permits section 8 temporary construction equipment permits for the erection,
Aug 14, 2023 · Penalty $6,250
Active
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- Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioners orders to file a cert of correction with the dept of buildings for ecb violation #39515267p with sws still present., file a certificate of correction
Jul 27, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioners order to file a cert of correction with the dept of buildings for ecb vio #39515266n with hearing date passed., file a certificate of correction
Jul 27, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
At time of inspection observed construction fence in place at exposure 1 with expired permit m00721205-i1-fn, expires 12/31/2022 in contrary with the code.
Apr 12, 2023 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
At time of inspection observed sidewalk shed in place at exposure 1 without permit in contrary with the code.
Apr 12, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Responding to complaint for sws having debris on the deck, i observed sidewalk shed(sws) installed at exp1 of 726, that also extends to 728 and 724. sws at 728 main entrance pathway, has horizontal brace at 6f1
Dec 14, 2022 · Penalty $10,000
Active - Class - 1
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order in dob violation#022322cne01kc/vio22-0050 dated 2/23/2022.respondent was required to submit an engineer's report concerning structurally deficient conditions.as o
Nov 1, 2022 · Penalty $12,500
Active - Class - 1
Electrical work w/o permit atoi of sws observed sws erected in place@exp1&there was electrical work being done,upon rev on bis&dobnow research reveal that there was no permit issued for electrical work.obtain p
Feb 28, 2022 · Penalty $8,000
Active - Class - 2
Failure to obtain temp const permit prior to install/use of temp constequipment.atoi of sws observed sws erected in place@exp1 upon rev on bis&dobnow,research revealed that no permit was issued for sws after ma
Feb 28, 2022 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 2
Failure to obtain temp const permit prior to use of temp const equipment.atoi of 4styb observed const fence erected in place@exp1 upon rev on bis&dobnow,research revealed that there was no permit issued for con
Feb 28, 2022 · Penalty $6,250
Active - Class - 1
Work without permit(s) - work noted - at the 4th floor level - gut and reno with walls exposed, new electrical - stop all work forthwith, obtain permit
Feb 23, 2022 · Penalty $25,000
Active - Class - 1
Work without a permit. noted: new wiring throughout 4th, 3rd, 2nd floor with a new electrical panel on 2nd and 4th floors., obtain permit
Feb 23, 2022
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant matter. noted: open and corroted service panel in cellar, open junction boxes throughout entire house, staircase with holes exposing electrical wiring, garbage and
Feb 23, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 2
Work without a permit. noted: removed partitions throughout entire building to create a two family dwelling, replaced stairs from 2nd to 3rd floor and 3rd to 4th floor, all wall finishes removed on 3rd floor fo
Feb 23, 2022
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code compliant manner - front decorative stone facade is in a state of disrepair with a section approx. 15ft x 10ft had fallen onto the front yard., repair and/replace
Feb 23, 2022 · Penalty $25,000
Active - Class - 1
Work without a permit. noted: plumbing, i card # 630462 indicates sprinkled hallways, but sprinkles were removed. also at cellar level 4 in drain pipe partially replaced with prohibited pvc., obtain permit
Feb 23, 2022
Resolve
Complaints
No HPD complaints in our records
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C3)
- Year built
- 1890
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 4
- Building area
- 4,033 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,850 ft²
- Zoning
- R7A
- Community board
- 109
- Council district
- 9
- Block / lot
- 2053 / 68
- Assessed value
- $292,950
- Landmark / historic district
- Hamilton Heights / Sugar Hill Historic District
HPD registration #115937, last renewed Nov 20, 2024.
Questions about 726 St Nicholas Avenue
Who owns 726 St Nicholas Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Robert Lewis.
Does 726 St Nicholas Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 18 housing violations at this property.
Is 726 St Nicholas 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 726 St Nicholas Avenue built?
City records list 1890 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 726 St Nicholas Avenue?
It has 4 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.