540 St Nicholas Avenue
Manhattan, NY 10032BBL 1-02122-0084Map
Owner of record: Hp Washington Heights Portfolio Housing
540 St Nicholas Avenue is an elevator apartment building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10032. It has 56 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Hp Washington Heights Portfolio Housing. HPD has recorded 1,131 housing violations here, most recently on September 9, 2026. 28 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 54 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.
- HPD violations
- 1,131
- DOB violations
- 32
- ECB violations
- 42
- HPD complaints
- 1,163
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
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Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 1,131
- CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from at least 1 window or provide approved type gate .. in the kitchen located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective glass pane at upper sash at 3rd window from west at north at public hall, 4th story
Aug 18, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood flooring in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
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- CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 18, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department north wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the foyer located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective connection drain pipe under the washbasin in the bathroom located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from east located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 16, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl tiles floor in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 16, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 16, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jul 16, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of bent 4th metal slat from north [ at drop ladder platform ] at 1st fire escape from east [ building north exterior wall ] building front
Jul 9, 2026
Open — Nov certified on time - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at door in the entrance located at apt 2k, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west
Jul 9, 2026 · Apt 2K
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 5h, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 5H
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5h, 5th story, 2nd apartment from north at east
Jun 1, 2026 · Apt 5H
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide dwelling with a janitor or responsible person or janitorial service.
Jun 1, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 20, 2026 · Apt 5H
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood base bottom at sink cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 5h, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
May 20, 2026 · Apt 5H
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10sq ft at west wall in the bathroom located at apt 4e, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
May 10, 2026 · Apt 4E
Open — Civ14 mailed - ANon-hazardous
Cleanse to the satisfaction of this department the at all floors and landings at all stories at public hall
Apr 16, 2026
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — False certification - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at the ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood door frame casing in the entrance located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 1st room from east at north, the 4th room from east located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling in the 1st room from east located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling in the 4th room from east at north located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and the ceiling in the foyer located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open — False certification - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the foyer located at apt 1j, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 1J
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 6c, 6th story, 2nd apartment from east at south
Apr 9, 2026 · Apt 6C
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - CImmediately hazardous
Correct the lead-based paint hazard-paint that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface and either tested inconclusive for lead content at 0.5mg/cm2 or tested positive for lead content on a metal or ceramic substrate as set forth in (28 rcny §11-07(b)) using work practices set forth in 28 rcny §11-06(b)(2). south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4j, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 15, 2026 · Apt 4J
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4j, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 15, 2026 · Apt 4J
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations missing in the entire apartment located at apt 4j, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 15, 2026 · Apt 4J
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall, east wall, ceiling in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4j, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 15, 2026 · Apt 4J
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the south wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 4j, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 15, 2026 · Apt 4J
Closed — Violation dismissed
DOB building violations · 32
- 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 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 - 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
Dec 1, 2015
Dob violation - resolved - 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 - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 18, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Jan 2, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 4, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 8, 2011
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 26, 2010
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 21, 2009
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 24, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 23, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 20, 2004
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p10297
Apr 8, 2003
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p10297
Nov 17, 1999
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
1p10297
Apr 13, 1999
Dob violation - resolved - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 20, 1994
Vp-violation unserved ecb-active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 20, 1994
Vp-violation unserved ecb-active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 20, 1994
Vp-violation unserved ecb-active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 20, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 20, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 20, 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 - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jan 9, 1992
Vp-violation unserved ecb-active - Elevator elevatorrequired
Device #1p10297
Apr 24, 1991
Vp*-violation unserved ecb- dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
3 capcity plate
Sep 25, 1990
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
3-capacity
Apr 19, 1990
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51)cover car light
Jan 4, 1989
Dob violation - active - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51)cover car light
Jan 4, 1989
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 42
- Class - 1
Cease use item: door zone restrictor inoperative. (nyc administrative code 28-301.1, 28-304.6; asme a17.1/csa b44-2013, section 2.26.9). remedy: correct the condition and email [email protected] to request
Aug 5, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. at time of inspection observed in apt 2c extensive vibrations emanating from commercial space 1091 st. nicholas ave. remedy: repair and/or replace.
Feb 4, 2026 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Cease use: door zone restrictor has been defeated. this safety device prevents the cab door from opening in between floors which is dangerous for passengers inside of the elevator. re-inspection required. the m
Oct 4, 2024 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. class 2 items: 1) car floor to landing sill not level, adjust leveling. 2) in car communication inoperative, repair. 3) interlocks in the lobby and basemen
Jun 11, 2024
Resolve - Class - 1
Class 1..cease use: door zone lock inoperative. repair and call for reinspection. class 2. top floor hall button getting stuck. phone inoperative. floor levels need adjusting.
Jan 3, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Missing cat 1 tag on controller,phone not working
May 9, 2022
Resolve - Class - 1
Dlm not working. no door lock monitoring installed in this controller as per 3.10.12 of appendix k3 of the 2014 nycbc. remedy : install dlm and perform, and file test with nycdob. outside communicatio (phone) i
Mar 18, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code- compliant manner.at time of inspection, on the 2nd floor near the 2d/2e hallway, observed several missing tiles, cracks and a hole in the floor approximately 5" x 2" creati
Dec 18, 2019 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 3
Work w/o permit. noted at apt#5k 5j and 4c erected full height partitions w/ door and locking device creating 1 additional sleeping area increasing room count and changing unit layout. remedy:obtain all require
Nov 21, 2019 · Penalty $500
Active - Class - 1
Cu5a10 door zone restrictor not working. this is a safety device to ensure passengers safety. repair restrictor and contact nycdob for reinspection.
Mar 12, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
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- Class - 2
2x1-=52bb12,55bb12,16e10. 2x10-outside comm inoperative repair; 52bb12-hoist ropes bb reshackle; 55bb12-drum to counterweights rope bb re shackle; 16e10-hoistway door rubbing repair.
Nov 28, 2018
Resolve - Class - 2
02b10,70o02,40p16. 02b10-repair phone; 70o02-clean pit; 40p16-provideaccess to machine room.
Jan 18, 2017 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 2
16j01,16b10,11#07,39o02,40#07,70#07,37#07. 70#-comply with section 8.1(pit area); 16j-adjust all swing doors; 16b-secure keeper/from floors 1-5,also repair hole in lobby for dropkey; 11#-comply with section 8.1
Sep 16, 2015 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
14-b-11,70-o-02,70-m-07,40-p-07,67-b-10,08-b-01,16-f-01:14-b-11-car mirror insufficient replace.70-o-02-pit dirty clean.70-m-07-pit ladder missing provide.40-p-07-machine rm no means of access provide.67-b-10-c
Jun 22, 2015 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
11#07,16j01,08v01,37#07,40#07,54m12,55b07,70#07. 16j-adjust;-4, 2 lobby swing doors; 11-comply w/section 8.1 (basement lockout);55b-provide legible tag; 70#comply w/section 8.1 (pit area); 37#comply w/section
Feb 23, 2015 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 2
100l10,54l10,55l10,05m07,05l10,39o02,68m07,56o02,70o02,61l11,09l10,16l10,40l10,26l10,16l10. 100-date fire ext; 54/55l-improper tag thor thumble; 05-vigir grille; 05-zone restrictor; 39-clean; 68-main log; 09-fl
Jan 5, 2015
Resolve - Class - 2
09l10,16m07,41l06,40m07,08j01,37m07,54b12,55b12,100l11,42m07,42l10,61l10,61l11,05l10,12l10. 09-reset safety plate in floor; 16-basement facia under saddle; 41-properly secure; 40-no ventilation; 08-floor stops;
Sep 23, 2014 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 1
21j10,05j10,40d06. 21j10-basement hatchdoor interlock stops car when pulling on door repair; 05j10-car door misaligned repair; 40d06-motor room door no lock properly secured, roof landing motor wheel house not
Feb 24, 2014 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 2
100b10,13m7,40p16,70o2. 100-phone in car not working. fan need, no access to motor room and overhead, no emergency light.
Dec 27, 2012 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 1
97x10- the only elevator in bldg is inoperative; hazardous to human health. restore to service.
Oct 12, 2012 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 2
56y10,56y13,68r07,33m12,39u12,16l10,45u07,45u05,67x10. 56y- repair & seal glow packing. 68r- provide current log book. 33u,39u- reshackle car & (cut) shackles. 16l- repair interlock on basement level.
Aug 29, 2012 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Constructed sheetrock partition dividing living room into two seperate rooms in apt 5k rem: restore to prior legal condition or obtain permit if feasible
Mar 4, 2011 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 3
Work w/o a permit work noted constructed sheetrock partitions creating extra room in apt remedy: obtain a permit if feasible or restore to prior legal condition
Jun 17, 2010
Resolve - Class - 2
42g09.05b10.16j01.21b07.08v01.100bb05.98bb05.70o02.42g09.remove jumpedfire controller also remove slow blow fuse one timmer only 05b10 install cab door gib in proper location on cab door rear of door & secure
Oct 1, 2008 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Sec10b10,16l10,8v1,84l10. 10/b-car pool needs two gibs 16/l-all hoistway door checks need repair 8/v leveling is off on all floors 84/l hoistway door handle on 3rd floor needs repair
May 7, 2008 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
33p07/ 35p07/ 57o07/ 09b11/ 09 bend fire gibbs
Dec 17, 2001 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c ofo #21871 - occupancy of 1st story has been changed from (6) six stories to (4) stories. note:two stores have been combined into one store. remedy:discontinue illeg
Oct 28, 2000 · Penalty $800
Active - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrayr to that allowed by certificate of occupancy premises is arranged and ordinary as an eating and drinking establishment contrary to c.o # 21871 which state comm.stones .remedy; amend c/o or dis
Apr 8, 2000 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
22l06,33o02,35o02,46u13. #35 0-2= only elevator equipment allowed in motor room.
Nov 1, 1999 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
8b 18d 11q 33o 15b 557o 35y 15k 8 not level upon down 18 lobby door luck not secure to door buck 33 overheaded not clean
Sep 14, 1999
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy. inthat premises is arranged and operating as an eating and drinking establishment contrary to certificate of occpancy number 21871 which
Aug 15, 1999 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
8l11, 15l11, 17r12, 18l11, 25l11, 28l11, 50y14, 50y2, 57o2, 74#11
Oct 17, 1994 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
13o,15l,17i,17r,30i,32q,40l,50y,50y,52#,57o,33l,33i. 15 5th floor. 17 for wire glass. 33l sheaves shafts and bearings. 33 door. file application and obtain permit for brake replacement.
Dec 15, 1993 · Penalty $450
Resolve - Hazardous
02x,03m,05i,08v,11q,14m,15i,17i,18x,18l,24l,25l,28l,31q,33p,37l,48h,46l,49l. 03m-capacity plate 15i-6th floor 18x-secondary contacts jumped 37l-answer all calls cease use until item 18x is complied with, before
Mar 23, 1993 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Hazardous
50y,50y,51f,57o,73u,73o.
Mar 23, 1993
Resolve - Non-hazardous
02i,03i,35p
Mar 2, 1992 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Building occupied contrary to building department records. a)convert basement in to a billard social club approx. 600 square feet. b) incorporate storage area into a apartment. location: north area way
Jan 9, 1992 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. noted: a split system air conditioning unit has been installed in building centerr court area way.
Jan 9, 1992 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work with out a permit: noted: a space in basement has been converted to a billard room - with interior partitions, bathroom, wet bar location: north area way 1st door east. remedy; remove all illegal
Jan 9, 1992 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit- noted: von rated (plywood) partations have beenerected creating additional apartment space with bathroom.kitchen. wood. no rated.
Jan 9, 1992 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Non-hazardous
03m,14m,35o,33o,73o,03 capacity plate
Apr 24, 1991 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Unknown
Work without a permit. alterations on the 4th, 5th and 6th stories. remedy; obtain a permit and approvals. work completed prior to inspection.
Jul 28, 1988 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Mold
Oct 2, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Oct 2, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Oct 2, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Oct 2, 2026 · Apt 1J
Open - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 1, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Sep 1, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Sep 1, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 1, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 11, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 11, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close
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- Elevator
Maintenance
Aug 5, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Elevator
Maintenance
Aug 5, 2026 · Apt 4D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 2, 2026 · Apt 4
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 27, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 27, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Jul 27, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Jul 13, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 13, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 13, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Jul 2, 2026 · Apt 4J
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jul 2, 2026 · Apt 4J
Close - General
Cabinet
May 14, 2026 · Apt 5H
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 14, 2026 · Apt 5H
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 5, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
May 5, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 5, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 5, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - General
Cabinet
Apr 23, 2026 · Apt 5H
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 23, 2026 · Apt 5H
Close - General
Janitor/super
Apr 21, 2026 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 20, 2026 · Apt 52
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Apr 16, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Apr 11, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Apr 11, 2026 · Apt 4E
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Apr 1, 2026 · Apt 1J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 6C
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 6C
Close - Door/window
Door
Mar 18, 2026 · Apt 6C
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 4J
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 1, 2026 · Apt 4J
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 12, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 6C
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Feb 9, 2026 · Apt 6C
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Jan 31, 2026 · Apt 6C
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Dec 18, 2025 · Apt 4E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Dec 18, 2025 · Apt 4E
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Dec 18, 2025 · Apt 4E
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Dec 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D7)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 6
- Residential units
- 56
- Building area
- 50,932 ft²
- Lot area
- 10,365 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-2
- Community board
- 112
- Council district
- 10
- Block / lot
- 2122 / 84
- Assessed value
- $3,148,200
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #118629, last renewed Jun 30, 2025.
Questions about 540 St Nicholas Avenue
Who owns 540 St Nicholas Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Hp Washington Heights Portfolio Housing.
Does 540 St Nicholas Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 1,131 housing violations at this property.
Is 540 St Nicholas Avenue rent stabilized?
NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 54 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 96% of its 56 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.
When was 540 St Nicholas Avenue built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 540 St Nicholas Avenue?
It has 56 residential units and 60 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.