542 West 140 Street
Manhattan, NY 10031BBL 1-02071-0056Map
Owner of record: Hamilton Heights Cluster Housing Develop Ment Fund
542 West 140 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10031. It has 8 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Hamilton Heights Cluster Housing Develop Ment Fund. HPD has recorded 57 housing violations here, most recently on September 10, 2026. 13 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 8 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 57
- DOB violations
- 5
- ECB violations
- 0
- HPD complaints
- 47
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 · 57
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cracked retaining east wall at building rear yard
Sep 10, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at .. at front areaway
Aug 20, 2026
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at rats at front areaway
Jul 10, 2026
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at at front yard
Jun 10, 2026
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt 1f, 1st bsmt-apt from north at east
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt 1f, 1st bsmt-apt from north at east
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 1F
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.
Apr 29, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lock assembly at entrance door to building , 1st story
Mar 31, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective loose brown stone east wall cheek at stoop at front areaway
Mar 31, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lower window sash spring balance, 1st and 2nd window at north from west in the 1st room from north located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 27, 2025 · Apt 1F
Open — Nov sent out
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- CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system at public hall, 1st story
Jun 20, 2025
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of evidence of rats and all underlying causes creating the pest infestations, by using integrated pest management (ipm), eliminate all burrow entry and passageways, pest nests, holes, gaps or cracks in walls, ceilings, floors, fixing leaks and managing garbage in public areas. evidence found at rat yard
Jun 20, 2025
Open — Defect letter issued - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective 2nd to 6th concrete tread from bottom up at building entrance at stoop
Jun 20, 2025
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of excessive storage of material cardboard box and clothes in the entire apartment located at bsmt-apt 1r, bsmt-apt at south
Jun 20, 2025 · Apt 1R
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at tub in the bathroom located at apt 3r, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 6, 2025 · Apt 3R
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 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 - 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 - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department fire retardant material at ceiling in the vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Oct 15, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling in the vestibule at public hall, 1st story
Oct 15, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system missing at public hall, 1st story
Oct 15, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected
Oct 15, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.
Oct 15, 2021
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.
Apr 2, 2021
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 - BHazardous
Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures at ceiling light fixture in the kitchen located at apt 2f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 24, 2021 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective upper sash spring balance at window in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 2f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Mar 24, 2021 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 22, 2020 · Apt 2F
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.
Oct 25, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the nuisance consisting of mold ... at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from north located at apt 1f, 1st story
Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical ventalation system in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electrical ceiling light fixture in the 1st room from north located at apt 1f, 1st story
Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain pipe at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in drain pipe at wash/basin in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at steam riser in the bathroom located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit metal gate at building front yard, 1st story
Nov 3, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective rubber gasket seal at refrigerator door in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Refit doors to upper cabinets at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate .. in the 1st room from north located at apt 1f, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Nov 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
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.
Oct 27, 2016
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.
Oct 2, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Provide 3 extra sprinkler heads and suitable wrench for emergency purposes at o.s.y. valve of sprinkler in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department at open space, cellar
Sep 6, 2000
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Seal in open position the o.s.y. valve of the sprinkler system in accordance with the rules and regulations of this department at open space, cellar
Sep 6, 2000
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Maintain on the premises a copy of the sprinkler test for the current year.
Sep 6, 2000
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures 1 sty south apt 4 kitchen & bathroom. located at apt 4
Jan 26, 1990 · Apt 4
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
D26-10.01 adm code replace with new the missing wall tiles at basement 8 sty rear apt 2 bathroom. located at apt 2
Apr 11, 1988 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color walls & ceiling basement rear apt 2 throughout. located at apt 2
Apr 11, 1988 · Apt 2
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 5
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
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, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 0
No ECB violations on record
Complaints
- Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 1F
Close - Door/window
Door
Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Jun 2, 2026 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jun 2, 2026 · Apt F
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 28, 2025 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jun 26, 2025 · Apt 1F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 4, 2024 · Apt 3R
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Dec 28, 2021 · Apt 2F
Close - Electric
No lighting
Dec 28, 2021 · Apt 2F
Close
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- General
Janitor/super
Aug 23, 2021 · Apt 2F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Aug 23, 2021 · Apt 2F
Close - General
Janitor/super
Jul 25, 2021 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
May 8, 2021 · Apt 3F
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
May 6, 2021 · Apt 3F
Close - Electric
No lighting
Feb 21, 2021 · Apt 2F
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Feb 21, 2021 · Apt 2F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 24, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 23, 2020 · Apt 1F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 21, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 21, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 20, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 3, 2020 · Apt 1F
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Sep 20, 2020 · Apt 1F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 30, 2020 · Apt 1F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 23, 2020 · Apt 1F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 21, 2020 · Apt 1F
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 4, 2020 · Apt 1F
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - General
Cabinet
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Door/window
Door
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Paint/plaster
Radiator
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Electric
Lighting
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - General
Ventilation system
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 30, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jan 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jan 3, 2017 · Apt 1F
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Apr 3, 2007 · Apt 1F
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
- 8
- Building area
- 2,427 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,098 ft²
- Zoning
- R7A
- Community board
- 109
- Council district
- 7
- Block / lot
- 2071 / 56
- Assessed value
- $264,600
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #134478, last renewed Jul 29, 2026.
Questions about 542 West 140 Street
Who owns 542 West 140 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Hamilton Heights Cluster Housing Develop Ment Fund.
Does 542 West 140 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 57 housing violations at this property.
Is 542 West 140 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 8 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 100% of its 8 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 542 West 140 Street built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 542 West 140 Street?
It has 8 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.