556 West 156 Street
Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02114-0015Map
Owner of record: 556 West 156th Street NYC LLC
556 West 156 Street is a walk-up apartment building built in 1911 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 30 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 556 West 156th Street NYC LLC. HPD has recorded 120 housing violations here, most recently on June 15, 2026. 3 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 12 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 120
- DOB violations
- 18
- ECB violations
- 19
- HPD complaints
- 458
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 120
- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 45, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 45
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak above ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 45, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 15, 2026 · Apt 45
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.
Mar 16, 2023
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
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 - ANon-hazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets sink at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of leaking radiator in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective wash basin base cabinets in the bathroom located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 6th story
Nov 21, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at public hall, 6th story
Nov 21, 2019
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor frame missing at public hall, 1st story
Jun 4, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Jun 4, 2018
Open — Nov sent out - 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 at public hall, 1st story
Jun 4, 2018
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt c, 1st story, apartment at west
Jun 4, 2018 · Apt C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing located at apt c, 1st story, apartment at west
Jun 4, 2018 · Apt C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation all radiators and steam risers in the entire apartment located at apt c, 1st story, apartment at west
Jun 4, 2018 · Apt C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the 3rd room from north located at apt c, 1st story, apartment at west
Jun 4, 2018 · Apt C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt c, 1st story, apartment at west
Jun 4, 2018 · Apt C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the private hallway located at apt c, 1st story, apartment at west
Jun 4, 2018 · Apt C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the kitchen located at apt c, 1st story, apartment at west
Jun 4, 2018 · Apt C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt c, 1st story, apartment at west
Jun 4, 2018 · Apt C
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt c, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jun 4, 2018 · Apt C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jan 15, 2018 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jan 15, 2018 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Jan 15, 2018 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. at public hall, 1st story
Oct 17, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 at public hall, 1st story
Oct 17, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; located at apt 21, 3rd story
Sep 17, 2017 · Apt 21
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
Sep 17, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector additional needed within 15 feet of all sleeping areas in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Aug 19, 2017 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). additional needed within 15 feet of all sleeping areas in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Aug 19, 2017 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 2; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 1; in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Aug 19, 2017 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Aug 19, 2017 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Aug 19, 2017 · Apt 21
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove all encumbrances consisting of household items (t.v set) at public hall, 1st story
Aug 17, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock at door building entrance at public hall, 1st story
Aug 17, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 at public hall, 1st story
Aug 17, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove the illegal fastening double cylinder lock on gate at north west section at fire passage way
Aug 17, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 32, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jun 13, 2016 · Apt 32
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of free standing radiator at public hall, 3rd story
Jan 15, 2016
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 agency?s housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at lobby
Apr 14, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all ceilings in the entire apartment located at apt e, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 14, 2015 · Apt E
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in the entire apartment located at apt e, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 14, 2015 · Apt E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt e, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 14, 2015 · Apt E
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of uncapped gas line at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt e, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 14, 2015 · Apt E
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation all radiators and risers in the entire apartment located at apt e, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south
Apr 14, 2015 · Apt E
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling and walls in the kitchen located at apt 45, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 21, 2013 · Apt 45
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air conditioning unit at fire escape window in the 1st room from east at south located at apt 45, 5th story, 1st apartment from east at south
Sep 21, 2013 · Apt 45
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 18
- 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 - 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 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 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 - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 11, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 11, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 11, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 11, 2022
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Plumbing none
I observed in cellar an illegal apartment with and gas stove and no permits on file for any work performed at time of inspection (cease use stove) you are hear by ordered to immediately correct the above conditions by retaining a license professional to perform all work necessary to restore the non-compliant condition to a code complaint
Feb 18, 2022
Dob violation - active - Plumbing none
Commissioners request for immediate correction action. no gps 1 form for ll152 inspection was on site at time of inspection. need to verify form within 72 hours
Feb 14, 2022
Dob violation - active - Hazardous condition (facade) facade required
Cycle 9a unsafe report filed
Jan 26, 2022
Dob violation - active - Failure to correct swarmp conditions (facade) facade required
Cycle 9a failure to correct swarmp conditions
Jan 26, 2022
Dob violation - active - No report and / or late filing (facade) facade required
Failed to file fisp cycle 8a technical report by 02/21/2017
May 31, 2018
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 29, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 29, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Facade facade optional
Ll1198-local law 11/98 - facade facade optional
Nov 30, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 19
- Class - 2
Removal of public protection from unsafe condition without approval from the department. note: at time of inspection observed sidewalk shed protection removed from site. the owner did not obtain department appr
Aug 22, 2025 · Penalty $625
Active - Class - 2
Failure to file required annual boiler inspection reports for low-pressure boiler 10000009696y0001 in accordance with the rules of the department. 1rcny 103-01(d)(1) requires that an annual inspection report fo
Jul 1, 2025
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file acceptable amended cycle 9a report indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial facades report required by 28-302.5 for control#907079.rem:file acceptable report.
Jan 16, 2024 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
I observed in lobby of building gas piping installed in a public area for apartment on 1st floor which is prohibited and not code complaint since the lobby is not the lowest floor of the building as per fgc 404
Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Residence converted maintained or occupied as a dwelling for more than the legally approved number of families authorized by the c of o or official department records. noted: at cellar level 1 additional class
Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 1
Work without a permit. noted: at cellar rear apartment; installed water/waste lines for 3pc bathroom(shower, toilet, sink), residential sink and installed gas lines for 1 gas stove., obtain permit
Feb 18, 2022
Resolve - Class - 1
I observed in cellar of building and illegal apartment with full kitchen, bathroom and gas stove and no permits on file for any work performed at time of inspection; therefore no gas certifications and or autho
Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $2,500
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner: use of prohibited door and/or hardware per bc 1008.1.8; 27-371(j). at time of inspection of cellar front apartment observed 4 rooms with key locking device
Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $312
Active - Class - 1
I observed in cellar of building and illegal apartment with full kitchen, bathroom and gas stove and no permits on file for any work performed at time of inspection; therefore no inspections and or testing was
Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
I observed in cellar of building and illegal apartment with full kitchen, bathroom and gas stove and no permits on file for any work performed at time of inspection, obtain permit
Feb 18, 2022 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
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- Class - 1
I observed that local law 152 inspection was conducted and gps 1 form (gas piping system periodic inspection report was filed by watson plumbing and heating lmp number 2365 and failed to mention that there was
Feb 18, 2022
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35253646m issued on 8/30/2017,and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1 rcny 102-01(d)(2).rem:file a certifica
Jun 29, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35253647y issued on 8/30/2017,and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1 rcny 102-01(d)(2).rem:file a certifica
Jun 29, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit acceptable 8th round report of critical exmination documenting condition of exterior walls and appurtenances requird by 28-302.4 for control #807079.submit required technical report.
May 18, 2018 · Penalty $1,250
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain exterior building. 1. north elevation, exposure #1 observed bending and deteriorating in lintel facade; blocks of wood under a/c units; swelling and deteriorating in parapet facade and morta
Aug 30, 2017 · Penalty $1,000
Active - Class - 1
Owner failed to repair within the time frame recommended by qewi. qewi recommended repairs be made by december '2014. as of 08-30-17 no suett repairs have been made as per1rcny 103-04. the owner did not obtain
Aug 30, 2017 · Penalty $1,000
Active - Class - 2
B254, 32a,34b,16,50b,15,38,50,50a. 50-combustibles/storage in boiler room; 50a-no access to oil tank to check for shut off valve and anti-syphon; 50b-swer pipe leaking in boiler room.
Sep 3, 2013
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit. noted: 1) newly installed copper water lines insidewalls and flr approx 20'. 2) newly installed black pipe waste lines inflr approx 15'. 3) new bathtub *all work observed in apt 21. remedy:
Oct 4, 2010 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable sixth round technical report in compliance w/code provisions:periodic inspection of exterior walls and appurtenances as required by article 28.302 & the dob rules & regulations
Jan 23, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve
Complaints
- Water leak
Slow leak
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 45
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jun 10, 2026 · Apt 45
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Dec 2, 2024 · Apt 55
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 18, 2024 · Apt 22
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 18, 2024 · Apt 45
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 18, 2024 · Apt C
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 18, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 18, 2024 · Apt 25
Close
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- Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 18, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 18, 2024 · Apt 45
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
May 4, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
May 4, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Apr 19, 2022 · Apt 45
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 13, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 13, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 13, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 28, 2021 · Apt 55
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Close - Plumbing
Radiator
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Close - General
Cabinet
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 16, 2020 · Apt 21
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 20, 2019 · Apt 55
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Nov 14, 2019 · Apt 55
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 14, 2019 · Apt 55
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 14, 2019 · Apt 55
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Nov 14, 2019 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 15, 2019 · Apt APT32
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Dec 8, 2018 · Apt 55
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 6, 2018 · Apt 55
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 6, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 5, 2018 · Apt 55
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 5, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 5, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 5, 2018 · Apt 55
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 4, 2018 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jun 3, 2018 · Apt 55
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jun 2, 2018 · Apt C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Feb 23, 2018 · Apt B
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 1, 2017 · Apt 21
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 1, 2017 · Apt 21
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 1, 2017 · Apt 21
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Dec 1, 2017 · Apt 21
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C1)
- Year built
- 1911
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 30
- Building area
- 21,720 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,996 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 112
- Council district
- 10
- Block / lot
- 2114 / 15
- Assessed value
- $1,634,850
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #110158, last renewed Jul 24, 2026.
Questions about 556 West 156 Street
Who owns 556 West 156 Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 556 West 156th Street NYC LLC.
Does 556 West 156 Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 120 housing violations at this property.
Is 556 West 156 Street rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 12 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 40% of its 30 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 556 West 156 Street built?
City records list 1911 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 556 West 156 Street?
It has 30 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.