581 Academy Street
Manhattan, NY 10034BBL 1-02221-7501Map
Owner of record: Academy Twins Condominum Assoc INC
581 Academy Street is a condominium built in 1925 in Manhattan, 10034. It has 89 residential units across 5 floors. The owner of record is Academy Twins Condominum Assoc INC. HPD has recorded 90 housing violations here, most recently on September 20, 2025. 36 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 90
- DOB violations
- 16
- ECB violations
- 24
- HPD complaints
- 129
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
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 90
- 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 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 20, 2025 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - 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 4c, 4th story, 1st apartment from north at east
Sep 20, 2025 · Apt 4C
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch set at hopper chute door at public hall, 4th story
Jul 20, 2024
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective door lock assembly in the entrance located at apt 4b, 4th story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2024 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 4b, 4th story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2024 · Apt 4B
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective bell intercom buzzer system from building entrance to west wall... in the private hallway located at apt 4b, 4th story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2024 · Apt 4B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lock at door in the entrance located at apt 4b, 4th story, 3rd apartment from east at south
Apr 7, 2024 · Apt 4B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south original violation 15039841 issued 18-mar-22 has been upgraded to class b per administrative code §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).
Mar 18, 2022 · Apt 3B
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective door knob in the entrance located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 18, 2022 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective the caulking around bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 18, 2022 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov sent out
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- ANon-hazardous
Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 18, 2022 · Apt 3B
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 18, 2022 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 18, 2022 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 18, 2022 · Apt 3B
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 18, 2022 · Apt 3B
Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant - ANon-hazardous
Refit the closet doors at east wall in the private hallway located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Mar 18, 2022 · Apt 3B
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.
Feb 15, 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 15, 2022
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 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.
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.
Oct 5, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 29, 2017 · Apt 5A
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) throughout the public areas in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. at public hall
Jan 29, 2017
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide wire screen above and below skylight at stairs to bulkhead to roof at public hall, 5th story
Jan 29, 2017
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective inoperative bell and return buzzer system located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 13, 2016 · Apt 5A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). missing located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Nov 13, 2016 · Apt 5A
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electric return bell and buzzer intercom system at wall in the foyer located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 18, 2015 · Apt 5A
Open — Invalid certification - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective electric ventilation system in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 5a, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at north
Sep 18, 2015 · Apt 5A
Open — Invalid certification - 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
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 - BHazardous
Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the offensive odor from the floor at public hall, 4th story
Jul 26, 2013
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Mar 4, 2011 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Mar 4, 2011 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Mar 4, 2011 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective both cabinet at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Mar 4, 2011 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose upper cabinet at west wall in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Mar 4, 2011 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bath tub in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Mar 4, 2011 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic tile at west and north wall in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Mar 4, 2011 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly secure the loose wall cabinet at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Mar 1, 2011 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Mar 1, 2011 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic wall tiles at north and west walls in the bathroom located at apt 5d, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north
Mar 1, 2011 · Apt 5D
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
Provide adequate supply of cold water for the fixtures , sink and wash basin located at apt 1c, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Dec 16, 2010 · Apt 1C
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flower pots front , 5th story
Sep 14, 2010
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 2f, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at east
Aug 31, 2010 · Apt 2F
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2d, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Aug 31, 2010 · Apt 2D
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department east bulkhead west wall
Aug 31, 2010
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at east bulkhead west wall
Aug 31, 2010
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department west bulkhead ceiling
Aug 31, 2010
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at west bulkhead ceiling
Aug 31, 2010
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant materials at laundry room ceiling at basement
Aug 31, 2010
Open — Nov sent out
DOB building violations · 16
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 22, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 27, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 27, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Sep 2, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 5, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 5, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 3, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 13, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
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- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 13, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 23, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 2, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 2, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 16, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 16, 2005
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 24
- Class - 2
Failure to file required annual boiler inspection reports for low-pressure boiler 10000010403y0002 in accordance with the rules of the department. 1rcny 103-01(d)(1) requires that an annual inspection report fo
Dec 16, 2024
Resolve - Class - 1
At exp#1 at 1st floor window type ac units installed without required brackets. at exp#1 fire escape clear pathway obstructed by window type ac unit. at exp#3 from fire escape clear passageway to street obstruc
Sep 8, 2021 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances. noted: improper support on ac units at 2nd & 3rd floors missing ac brackets. above pedestrian sidewalk work w/o proper support. remedy: install ac brackets or re
Jul 27, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Sec. bc 1029.1 failure to comply w/emergency escape & rescue(reg). noted: at the 2nd fl front elevation on the left side of bldg fire escapeladder partially blocked by ac unit expp#1. remedy: remove obstructio
Jul 27, 2021 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order to file a cert of correction w/the dept of bldgs. for violating conditions cited in vio#35455389x issued on 01/03/2020 pursuant to 28-201.2;28-204.2. remedy: file a cert of
Jul 27, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order to file a cert of correction w/the dept of bldgs. for violating conditions cited in vio#35455388y issued on 01/03/2020 pursuant to 28-201.2;28-204.2. remedy: file a cert of
Jul 27, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/the comm's order to file a cert of correction w/the dept of bldgs. for violating conditions cited in vio#35455387m issued on 01/03/2020 pursuant to 28-201.2;28-204.2. remedy: file a cert of
Jul 27, 2021
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/comm's order to file a cert of correction w/the dept of b;dgs for vio#35455386k issued 1/3/2020 pursuant to 28-204.2. remedy: file a cert of correction.
Jul 27, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in a code-compliant manner.failure to provide the required number of means of egress for every floor per bc10181(2008 code);27-366:bc1021.1(2014 code)for transient use at apt#4 on 4
Jan 3, 2020
Resolve - Class - 2
Permanent dwelling used/converted for other than permanent residentialpurposes.cofo#103899 indicates building to be legally approved as a class "a" multiple dwelling now:apt#4d on 4th floor level used/converted
Jan 3, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve
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- Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.failure to provide a system of automatic sprinkler whre required as per bc903.2 and 27954 for transient use at apt#4d on 4th floor level.
Jan 3, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 1
Bc90728-failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.fialure to provide the required fire alarm system for transient use at apt#4 on 4th floor level.remedy:discontinue illegal occupancy.
Jan 3, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to file annual certification that cooling tower 1000005726 hasbeen inspected,tested and disinfected,and that a maintenance plan has been developed and implemented,by november 1,2016.rem:file annual cert
Jun 20, 2017 · Penalty $1,000
Active - Non-hazardous
86bb05. 86bb05 2yr exp. 92
Mar 17, 2008 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
86bb05.02x10. 86bb05 2yr exp.2002 02x10 in car alrm bell inoperative
Mar 17, 2008 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
03i11,35p17,57o02, 03i11-phone box
Mar 1, 2000 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
003111,16h12,35p17,57002, 03111- directioon arrow 16h12- 1st floor
Feb 28, 2000 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
21x,21q,57o,43y, 21x-car indicators noy working. 21q- direction arrow plate in carr missing.
Jul 22, 1998
Resolve - Non-hazardous
74d,37d, 74d- secure telephone box in car.
Jul 22, 1998
Resolve - Non-hazardous
07,43y,57g.43y main plunger.
Mar 5, 1996 · Penalty $200
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the certificate of occupancy: certificate of occupancy #91998 changed from class "a" apartment to medical offices at entrance at post avenue. remedy: legalize existin
Mar 9, 1995
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide fire stoping where required fire rated partitions do not extend to the underside of the floor joists above. location - penthouse and basement apartments. remedy:provide required firerated
Dec 15, 1992
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to provide firestoping where required. the required firerated partitions do not extend to the underside of the floor joists above. location parthouse and basement apartments. remedy:provide required
Dec 15, 1992
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cofo:#91998. changed from class a apartments t medical offices location: southwest corner of basement entrance on sherman ave. remedy:legalize existing use if
Dec 15, 1992 · Penalty $1,000
Active
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 25, 2026 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Ventilation system
Jul 5, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
May 19, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - General
Ventilation system
May 19, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Door/window
Door
May 19, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
May 19, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
May 19, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Door/window
Door frame
May 19, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 16, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Door/window
Door
Feb 16, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 19, 2024 · Apt 4B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 30, 2023 · Apt 1E
Close - Appliance
Electric/gas range
Sep 1, 2022 · Apt 53
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Apr 4, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Mar 16, 2022 · Apt 3B
Close - Door/window
Door
Mar 16, 2022 · Apt 3B
Close - Door/window
Door frame
Mar 16, 2022 · Apt 3B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 16, 2022 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Toilet
Feb 19, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 19, 2022 · Apt 2B
Close - Door/window
Door
Feb 7, 2022 · Apt 3B
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Feb 7, 2022 · Apt 3B
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Feb 7, 2022 · Apt 3B
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Feb 7, 2022 · Apt 3B
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Nov 15, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Heavy flow
Aug 7, 2021 · Apt 38
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 20, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Aug 30, 2018 · Apt 54
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Dec 29, 2016 · Apt 5H
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Nov 7, 2016 · Apt 1E
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Nov 4, 2016 · Apt 1E
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Nov 4, 2016 · Apt 1E
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Nov 4, 2016 · Apt 5A
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Oct 27, 2016 · Apt 1E
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Oct 18, 2016 · Apt 5A
Close - General
Ventilation system
Sep 10, 2015 · Apt 5A
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Sep 10, 2015 · Apt 5A
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
Sep 23, 2014 · Apt GLD
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 31, 2014 · Apt 1D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 31, 2014 · Apt 4H
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Aug 31, 2014 · Apt 1D
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Aug 26, 2014 · Apt 1E
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 4, 2014 · Apt 1D
Close - Nonconst
Rubbish
Jul 19, 2013 · Apt 4C
Close - General
Floor
Jul 19, 2013 · Apt 4C
Close - General
Window guards
Mar 28, 2012 · Apt 5H
Close - General
Window guards
Mar 28, 2012 · Apt 5H
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 28, 2011 · Apt 1D
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 28, 2011 · Apt 1D
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Nov 30, 2011 · Apt 1F
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Condominium (R4)
- Year built
- 1925
- Floors
- 5
- Residential units
- 89
- Building area
- 70,639 ft²
- Lot area
- 20,000 ft²
- Zoning
- R7A
- Community board
- 112
- Council district
- 10
- Block / lot
- 2221 / 7501
- Assessed value
- $3,327,304
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #104916, last renewed Jul 30, 2026.
Questions about 581 Academy Street
Who owns 581 Academy Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Academy Twins Condominum Assoc INC.
Does 581 Academy Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 90 housing violations at this property.
Is 581 Academy 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 581 Academy Street built?
City records list 1925 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 581 Academy Street?
It has 89 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.