1140 Franklin Avenue

Bronx, NY 10456BBL 2-02613-0001Map

Owner of record: NYC Department Of Homeless Services

1140 Franklin Avenue is a care facility built in 1911 in Bronx, 10456. The owner of record is NYC Department Of Homeless Services. HPD has recorded 11 housing violations here, most recently on November 29, 2017.

HPD violations: 11
DOB violations: 46
ECB violations: 83
HPD complaints: 16

What to know

Good

No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good

Last violation Nov 29, 2017

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good

No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 11

CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures at community bathroom, 4th story
Nov 29, 2017
Closed — Violation closed
CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked at basement
Nov 29, 2017
Closed — Violation closed
ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl at stalls 1 and 4, at community bathroom, 5th story, section at south
Jan 9, 2016
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical air vents at ceiling at community bathroom, 5th story, section at south
Jan 9, 2016
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Provide adequate light of not less than 60 watts incandescent or equivalent illumination at ceiling light fixture, at community bathroom, 5th story, section at south
Jan 9, 2016
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical air vents at ceiling at community bathroom, 4th story, section at north
Jan 9, 2016
Closed — Violation closed
ANon-hazardous
Reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl at stalls 2 and 4 at community bathroom, 4th story, section at north
Jan 9, 2016
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective mechanical air vents at community bathroom, 5th story, section at north
Jan 9, 2016
Closed — Violation closed
BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at bulkhead ceiling and walls , 6th story, section at south
Jan 9, 2016
Closed — Violation closed
ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the bulkhead ceiling and walls , 6th story, section at south
Jan 9, 2016
Closed — Violation closed

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BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective radiator shut off knob at public hall stairs, 5th story, section at north
Jan 9, 2016
Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 46

Construction other optional
Ftc w/commissioner's order control#348224 dob#051525pi20303sb dated 05/15/25 requiring owner to submit a corrective action plan w/in 30 days of date of inspection.aso f today 03/20/26 the req'd cap was not rec'd. immed comply w/commissioner's order control#348244 vio#051525pi20303sb
Mar 20, 2026
Dob violation - active
Construction other optional
Corrective action plan req'd. obsvd @ exp1 on franklin ave 2 cracked/ spalled window sills on 3fl. @ exp4 on 166 st obsvd 2 cracked glass windows btwn flr 2-3 a vert masonry cracks btwn 2-4. immed retain reg design prof to eval entire bldg & to sumbit corrective action plan to [email protected] w/in 30 days addressing all conitions
May 15, 2025
Dob violation - active
Construction other optional
Emergency work order req'd. obsvd severly hazardous contions @ exp4 such as masonry cracks 2 cracked glass windows deteriorated mortar joints @ window stoneheaders & cracked/spalling @ decorative coping stones @ mult locations. immed provide safety measures to secure/prot the public.install s/w shed @ exp4 on 166 st to cover full length
May 15, 2025
Dob violation - active
Plumbing none
The dob has issued a notice to revoke laa #240223904 due to failure to comply with laa open issues. all work in connection with this application has been ordered stopped immediately
Jun 1, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Plumbing none
The borough commissioner has issued a 15 day letter of intent to revok e all sprinkler work under laa #240220499 due to audit objections
May 2, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 5, 2016
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test
Jun 10, 2015
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 24, 2015
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2013 inspection/test
Oct 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2012 inspection/test
Mar 31, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed

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Elevator elevatorrequired
Nyc department of citywide services ipis agency
Mar 11, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator elevatorrequired
This pvt replaces pvt 496106
Dec 17, 2013
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2011 inspection/test
Oct 1, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired
Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2010 cat 1 insp/tst
Aug 15, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 9, 2012
Dob violation - resolved
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2010 inspection/test
Dec 13, 2011
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Vcat1-elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired
Oct 8, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed
Low pressure boiler boiler required
Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required
Dec 31, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Mar 12, 2008
Dob violation - resolved
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 3, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jul 24, 2007
Dob violation - resolved
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 19, 2007
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Nov 15, 2006
Dob violation - resolved
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 6, 2006
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
May 24, 2005
Dob violation - active
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 19, 2003
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed
Elevator elevatoroptional
Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional
Jan 20, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
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
Jun 9, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 9, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jun 9, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 17, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 17, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed
Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 17, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 83

Class - 2
Observed fire department connection cap outside not properly installed with debris inside. plastic piping on 2 and 3 floors on waste lines under the sinks. throughout building not using open ended toilet seats.
Oct 20, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Active
Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner: use of prohibited door and/or hardware per bc 1008.1.8 (2014 code); 27-371; bc 1008.1.9 (2014 code); bc 1010.1.8 (2022 code); bc 1010.1.9 (2022 code). at t
Oct 20, 2025 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. building is a 5story asylum corner lot. observed at exposure 1, 2 cracked window sills between floors 2-3. at exposure 4, on 166 st, observed 2 cracked win
May 15, 2025 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. denial of access into shelter. cleaning staff stated no one was on site with keys to utility's, roof and exit doors., repair and/or replace
Apr 2, 2025 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 3
Observed 2 jim caps at hallway on the 2nd floor and 1 installed on the cast iron pipe in the boiler room. as per 102.3 maintenance. installations, both existing and new, and parts thereof shall be maintained in
Apr 25, 2024 · Penalty $500
Resolve
Class - 2
-fire stop need on sieling located at (a side) stairwell., provide/maintain fire stopping; provide/maintain fire stopping
Mar 23, 2023 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 2
Observed active water leak in the boiler room located at basement/cellar ( cast iron storm drain)., repair and/or replace
Mar 23, 2023 · Penalty $625
Active
Class - 2
-both emergency exit doors do not self-close located at (a side) stairwell, exposure #1. violation no.39059662z date:04/06/2022, repair/replace door
Mar 23, 2023 · Penalty $1,562
Resolve
Class - 2
-signs of water penetration and structural deterioration on walls, ceiling, and on floor located at 4th floor emergency exit corner walls leading to roof, (a side) stairwell/coirridor leading to storage closets
Mar 23, 2023 · Penalty $1,562
Active
Class - 3
Observed in basement/cellar and in kitchen jim caps installed on cast iron piping., repair and or replace
Mar 23, 2023 · Penalty $500
Resolve

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Class - 2
Flame glass missing-gas regulator vent not capped-prv disch pipes missing, blrs 1 and 2-threads on discharge pipe for prv on hw tank-exposed elect on motorized damper-control covers missing on hw return pipes-n
Mar 22, 2023 · Penalty $625
Active
Class - 1
Unsafe unsuitable electrical wiring & equipment in use.observed throughout building exit lights/emergency light not operable even the one at main entrance observed at 1st floor lobby exposed airing tapped from
May 20, 2022 · Penalty $4,000
Resolve
Class - 2
Noted: roofing material over "drill room" has become porous at various locations allowing water to enter the building into the "drill room", repair and/or replace
Apr 6, 2022 · Penalty $625
Active
Class - 2
Noted: exterior fpsc exit doors at stair "a" (post 3) do not self close properly., repair/replace door
Apr 6, 2022 · Penalty $625
Resolve
Class - 2
Noted: observed existing emergency lights on 3rd. floor(approx.90%) and various other locations throughout building were not operational when tested., repair/replace lighting
Apr 6, 2022 · Penalty $1,562
Resolve
Class - 2
Noted: observed a crack at exposure #4 exterior bricks at (southeast elevation) going from arch up to the second story., maintain exterior building wall
Apr 6, 2022 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve
Class - 2
Noted: observed at roof, parapet wall bricks are missing mortar at the joint and coping stones., repair and/or replace
Apr 6, 2022 · Penalty $625
Active
Class - 2
Noted: observed at generator room, cracks, spalling and missing cement throughout ceiling., repair and/or replace
Apr 6, 2022 · Penalty $625
Active
Class - 2
Noted: observed at main entrance, exterior wall has become porous allowing water to enter into the lobby into small office on the left of entrance doors., repair and/or replace
Apr 6, 2022 · Penalty $1,562
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.noted at time ofmy inspection,i observed at cellar level in storage by boxes in sprinkler riim in roof column cracks in masonrywork.no water damage observe
Jan 21, 2022 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 1
Unlawful acts.failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner.failureto correct & certify summons ecb#39011944y,ecb#39011945x & ecb#35583878n.an unlawful acts.failure to comply w/code.miscellaneous violation o
Oct 8, 2021 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.illumination forexits,exit discharges and public corridors per bc 1006.1;27-381.noted:observed at various locations throughout building,existing emergency l
Oct 6, 2021 · Penalty $1,562
Resolve
Class - 2
I observed caps missing from the fdny connection at exposure 1., repair and/or replace
Oct 6, 2021 · Penalty $625
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances.noted:observed cracks through bricks at exposure#4(south east elevation)over arch up to the 2nd story window.remedy:maintain exterior building wall.
Oct 6, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve
Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.noted:observed at exposure#1,above main entrance(franklin avenue),exterior wall has become porous allowing water to penetrate into building.remedy:repair an
Oct 6, 2021 · Penalty $625
Resolve
Class - 2
I observed active water leak in the basement., repair and/or replace
Oct 6, 2021 · Penalty $625
Resolve
Class - 1
Reissue:35587055k date of issue:08/18/21 failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.note:at cellar level in storage by boxes al of area.in sprinkler room.in roof, colum craks in masonry work no water
Oct 1, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 1
Reissue 35558025r failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.note:at cellar level in storage/sprinkler room cracks in masonry ceiling with evidence of water damage to stored material.remedy:repair a
Aug 18, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 1
An unlawful act - failure to comply with an order of the commissioner.failure to correct and certify summons #39011945x. remedy: comply withec code
Jul 31, 2021 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 1
Unlawful acts. failure to comply with commissioners orders. records indicate no app was made to correct or certify ecb #39011944y & 39011945x. remedy: comply with commissioners orders
Jul 3, 2021 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.note:at cellar levelin storage -sprinkler room cracks in masonry ceiling w/evidence of water damage.remedy:repair &/or replace.
Jun 28, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 1
An unlawful act-failure to comply with an order of the commissioner.failure to correct and certify summons #353600872.remedy:comply with ec code.
Jun 5, 2021 · Penalty $12,500
Active
Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in ocde compliant manner at the time of my inspection noted at (ground) floor storage room multiple cracks in masonry ceiling with evidence of water penetration comply with code
May 21, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 1
Unlawful acts.failure to comply with order of the commisioner.records indicate no application was made to certify and correct ecb #35360049h.remedy:comply with commissioner's orders
May 5, 2021 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 1
Restore device to service so that inspection can be made by this department.
Apr 1, 2021 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. noted at time of inspection observed at cellar level storage room deteriorating ceiling and excessive storage creating a fire hazard. remedy:repair/replace
Mar 31, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. noted:at time of my inspection i observed at the cellar level a room full w/ boxes offiles throughout the entire area,which is fire hazard,also observed an
Feb 11, 2021 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve
Class - 3
Found circulating pump leaking in boiler room.
Dec 14, 2020 · Penalty $500
Active
Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.note:at time of inspection, observed at cellar level room on right side of loading dock area full of boxes with files.the arched masonry ceiling & columns a
Sep 10, 2020 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve
Class - 1
Unlawful acts failure to comply w/ commissioners order. records indicate no application was made to correct or certify ecb #'s 35360049h, 39011944y, 39011945x and 35360087z. remedy:comply w/ commissioners order
Mar 27, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. observed in basement lvl a room @the right of the loading dock with box fullof dtored file. the arched masonry ceiling & columns crack & loose mortar in need
Mar 13, 2020 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 1
An unlawful act.failure to comply with an order of the commissioner.failure to correct and certify summons #35360049h,39011944y,and 39011945x.rem:comply with ec code/obtain permit.
Feb 4, 2020 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. noted:at time of inspection i observed at cellar level several room cement columns have cracks or missing cement also cement arched ceiling has crack throu
Jan 13, 2020 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 1
Unlawful acts. failure to comply w/ an order of the commissioner. in 11/12/19,2 electrical vios was issue to the respondent. the respondent failed to comply w/ (nyc)electrical code#400.8,250.4 (ecb's)#39011944y
Dec 19, 2019 · Penalty $2,500
Active
Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner. note at cellar level file/archive room several cement columns have crack or missing cement also cement arched ceiling has cracks throughout entire room. re
Nov 26, 2019 · Penalty $3,125
Active
Class - 1
I observed in the cellar the grounding electrode conductor water clamp extremely deteriorated to the point of disrepair. grounding electrode conductor water clamp is currently not serving its intended purpose.
Oct 29, 2019 · Penalty $4,800
Active
Class - 2
I observed in the commercial kitchen, regular duplex receptacles that are not gfci protected, install gfc1 protection
Oct 29, 2019 · Penalty $2,400
Active
Class - 2
I observed on exposure 4, step cracks on the facade from the door arch past the window, splitting bricks, maintain exterior building wall
Oct 29, 2019 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve
Class - 1
I observed in the recreation room and kitchen, flexible extension cords being used as a permanent wiring method powering appliances. violating section 400.8 in the national electrical code ; 400.8, comply with
Oct 29, 2019 · Penalty $1,600
Active
Class - 2
I observed on exposure 3 electrical conduit body missing its cover with exposed electrical wires, in the kitchen missing cover on wiremold connector, in the cellar i observed a broken energized light bulb still
Oct 29, 2019 · Penalty $800
Resolve

Complaints

Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 19, 2015 · Apt BLDG
Close
Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 18, 2015 · Apt 3RDFLR
Close
Heating
Heat related
Nov 24, 2013 · Apt NA
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
Jun 4, 2013 · Apt BLDG
Close
Heating
Heat related
Mar 29, 2011 · Apt 4A
Close
Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Aug 8, 2010 · Apt 3FL
Close
Heating
Heat related
Jan 30, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close
Heating
Heat related
Jan 3, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close
General
Mold
Jan 3, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close
Heating
Heat related
Dec 11, 2009 · Apt 1
Close

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Heating
Heat related
Nov 19, 2009 · Apt 4FLR
Close
Nonconst
Vermin
Nov 19, 2009 · Apt 4FLR
Close
Heating
Heat related
Nov 23, 2007 · Apt 1
Close
Heating
Heat related
Jan 13, 2007 · Apt 4FL
Close
Plumbing
Toilet
Jan 13, 2007 · Apt 4FL
Close
Heating
Heat related
Dec 29, 2006 · Apt BLDG
Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type: Care facility (N2)
Year built: 1911
Floors: 6
Residential units: —
Building area: 97,000 ft²
Lot area: 64,340 ft²
Zoning: R6
Community board: 203
Council district: 17
Block / lot: 2613 / 1
Assessed value: $4,062,600
Landmark / historic district: INDIVIDUAL LANDMARK

Questions about 1140 Franklin Avenue

Who owns 1140 Franklin Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is NYC Department Of Homeless Services.

Does 1140 Franklin Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 11 housing violations at this property.

Is 1140 Franklin Avenue rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 1140 Franklin Avenue built?

City records list 1911 as the year it was built.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.