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243 West 179 Street

Bronx, NY 10453BBL 2-03216-0026Map

Owner of record: Sydney Engel Associates

243 West 179 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1926 in Bronx, 10453. It has 255 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Sydney Engel Associates. HPD has recorded 1,001 housing violations here, most recently on October 12, 2026. 50 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 225 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2024.

HPD violations
1,001
DOB violations
180
ECB violations
75
HPD complaints
2,043

What to know

Concern
9 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Oct 12, 2026

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

Rent-stabilized units in 2024
225
About 88% of the building's 255 apartments
Up from 224 in 2018

Counts come from owners' rent-stabilization filings shown on NYC Department of Finance tax bills, as extracted by JustFix. They tell you a building has stabilized apartments, not which ones.

Stabilized units by tax-bill year

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 1,001

  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at vestibule door at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 12, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at east wall in the private hallway located at apt 7c4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 7C4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel finish by method of re-glazing at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 7c4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 7C4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective caulking around the bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 7c4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 7C4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective splitting wood door in the bathroom located at apt 7c4, 4th story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 7C4

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    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 7a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 7A1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    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 7a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 7A1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges at apartment entrance door in the entrance located at apt 7a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 7A1

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch at hopper chute door at public hall, 4th story

    Oct 12, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room

    Oct 8, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2b6, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''2'', 2nd from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and east wall in the 2nd room from north located at apt 2b6, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''2'', 2nd from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 square feet of mold at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2b6, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''2'', 2nd from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B6

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2b6, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''2'', 2nd from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel finish by method of reglazing at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2b6, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''2'', 2nd from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective silicone caulk at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2b6, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''2'', 2nd from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective buzzer and return voice system from building entrance up to panel at east wall in the private hallway located at apt 2b6, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''2'', 2nd from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall in the private hallway located at apt 2b6, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''2'', 2nd from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective light fixture at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 2b6, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''2'', 2nd from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and south wall in the 1st room from north located at apt 2b6, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''2'', 2nd from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 2b6, 6th story, 1st apartment from west at north , section ''2'', 2nd from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 2B6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 7d4, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west , section ''7'', at southeast

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 7D4

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 7d4, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at west , section ''7'', at southeast

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 7D4

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective hinges in the entrance located at apt 6d4, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 1, 2026 · Apt 6D4

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... observed less than 10 sqft at lower east wall in the 3rd room from east located at apt 6d4, 4th story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Oct 1, 2026 · Apt 6D4

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and east wall of closet in the 1st room from north located at apt 5e5, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Sep 13, 2026 · Apt 5E5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in closet in the 1st room from north located at apt 5e5, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at north

    Sep 13, 2026 · Apt 5E5

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective lock and assembly at building entrance door , 1st story, section ''5''

    Sep 2, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5b6, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 5b6, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective window frame in the kitchen located at apt 5b6, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective cabinet doors at sink south wall in the kitchen located at apt 5b6, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... observed less than 10sq.ft at window frame at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 5b6, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective frame at window leading to fire escape at east wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 5b6, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 5b6, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 5b6, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations defective in the entire apartment located at apt 5b6, 6th story, 2nd apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • C

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective latch-set in the entrance located at apt 11a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 11A

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at lower sash window east wall in the 4th room from east located at apt 11a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 11A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 11a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 11A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 1st room from north at east located at apt 11a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 11A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 11a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 11A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective counter top at base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 11a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 11A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective wash basin cabinet door. in the bathroom located at apt 11a, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 11A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the infestation consisting of bedbugs in the entire apartment located at apt 5c3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from north at east , section ''4-5'', 1st from north at east

    Aug 13, 2026 · Apt 5C3

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls in the bathroom located at apt 13e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 5, 2026 · Apt 13E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the kitchen located at apt 13e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 5, 2026 · Apt 13E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at sink in the kitchen located at apt 13e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 5, 2026 · Apt 13E

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 13e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 5, 2026 · Apt 13E

    Open — Civ14 mailed
  • B

    Repair, replace or provide an approved and operational smoke detecting device, installed in accordance with department of buildings rules and regulations inoperable in the entire apartment located at apt 13e, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 5, 2026 · Apt 13E

    Open — Civ14 mailed

DOB building violations · 180

  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain building in a code compliant under the nyc admin c ode.as noted at time of inspection,observed numerous step cracks and d eteriorated and misplaced mortar joints throughout all exposures.roof also had cracked masonry on bulkheads.broken glass window at exp1 seco nd floor.remedy:repair and/or replace

    Oct 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Hazardous condition (facade) facade required

    Cycle 9a unsafe report filed

    Feb 18, 2022

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 16, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 16, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 16, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 16, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 16, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 16, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Dec 16, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report

    Apr 6, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 7, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 7, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 7, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 7, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 7, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 7, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 7, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report

    Feb 24, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2016

    Feb 16, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 22, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 22, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 22, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 22, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 22, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 22, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 22, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • 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
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Sep 21, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 16, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 16, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 16, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2013 inspection report

    Mar 3, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 24, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 24, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 24, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 24, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 24, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 24, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 24, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Aug 28, 2013

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 7, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 7, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 7, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 7, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 7, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 7, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 7, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 75

  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner: lack of required number of means of egress for every floor per bc 1018.1 (2008 code); 27- 366; bc 1021.1 (2014 code); bc 1006.3 (2022 code). atoi observed

    Sep 28, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Observed at time of inspection 6 story occupied residential building with sidewalk shed erected at exp 1 & 2. i observed at exp 2 approx. 10 lamps were not illuminated. these conditions are unsafe and pose extr

    Sep 24, 2026 · Penalty $2,400

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Clas 2 items: in-car emergency communication device is not connected to a continuously staffed location as required by appendix k. provide a functional two-way emergency communication system connected to a cont

    Aug 27, 2026 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Pedestrian protection does not meet code specification, observed the following shed conditions. damaged mud sill at exposure 1. leaning parapet and missing section at exposure 4. remedy: comply to code specific

    Jul 8, 2026 · Penalty $2,400

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Provide missing in case of fire signs as per fdny. replace or secure worn gibs where needed per 2.11.11.5.7. adjust bottom hoistway door access hole as per 2.11. expired brake maintnenane tag as per 8.4.6.4. ma

    Apr 16, 2026 · Penalty $655

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Ftm: at the time of inspection, observed main entrance door with black tape applied to the door hardware area where the locking bolt would engage, preventing the door from locking. also, a construction cone was

    Jan 27, 2026 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed passageway. noted during time of inspection observed numerous flower pots and house hold objects on fire escapes at exposures 2, 3, and 4. remedy: remove obstruction.

    Oct 14, 2025 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Pedestrian protection does not meet code specifications. remedy: comply to code specifications.

    Oct 14, 2025 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    During my inspection of an existing 6-story alt. i observed that the permit holder has failed to comply with code specifications & provide and maintain the underside sidewalk shed lighting. with multiple non-wo

    Aug 1, 2025 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection of a 6-story building,i observed no sign of construction activities sws erected around building with valid permit,during my inspection i noticed sidewalk shed has no information panel.this

    Jun 30, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
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  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection of a 6-story building with sidewalk shed erected around building not maintain as per code bc3307.6.5.6 sharp edges and bc3307.6.3 area to protect.also observed exp#1 sidewalk shed parapet

    Jun 30, 2025 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At 6:20am i observed 6-story occupied building with sidewalk shed installed at exp#1,2,3 and 4 that was not illuminated as stipulated as per bc3307.6.4.8 this create hazardous condition for tenants leading to s

    May 22, 2025 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Bc 3301.9.2.6 maintenance of sidewalk shed panels: at time of inspection i observed sidewalk shed erected inadequately maintained with missing panels at exposures 2& 4 allowing material and or debris to fall hi

    Mar 6, 2024 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Bc 3314.8.2 at time of inspection i observed pipe scaffold erected with debris netting inadequately maintained at exposures 2 & 4 allowing material and or debris to fall from scaffold hitting pedestrians on sid

    Mar 6, 2024 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At time of my inspection i observed a sidewalk shed at a 6 story occupied building. sidewalk shed has no working lights at exposure#2 creating a hazardous condition for pedestrian. pedestrian can trip and fall

    Apr 27, 2023 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At time of my inspection of a sidewalk shed at a 6 story occupied building. i noticed sidewalk shed not to code it has at various locations no working lights. this creates a unsafe situation for pedestrians tip

    Apr 26, 2023 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At time of complaint inspection i observed sidewalk shed erected with no sign of any exterior work going on. i observed missing parapet panel at expo#2 creating a hazard of material and or debris to fall onto p

    Apr 17, 2023 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At a occupied 6 story building with a sidewalk shed onsite.i noticed approx 8 lights not working.failure to maintain lights could result in a dark area at night for pedestrain to walk becoming a victim of entra

    Jan 17, 2023 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building exterior walls/facade and appurtenances:facade observed defected conditions at all exposure.conditions include cracks.step cracks damaged daints,spallings and broken window pane.rem

    Oct 22, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Note: at the time of inspection observed a sidewalk shed/overhead protection at exp1,2,3,4 with active permit. also observed total=12 light bulb out of service not illuminate under shed as per code bc3307.6.4.8

    Oct 13, 2022 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Note: at the time of inspection observed a sidewalk shed/overhead protection at exp1,2,3,4 with active permit. also observed mudsill wood broken, missing under one pole creating unsafe condition of shade ( 3307

    Aug 29, 2022 · Penalty $2,400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to take required safety measures to protect public safety from documented unsafe facade.note:as previous violations #3564719r issued 4/8/22 & violation #35651583h issued 6/3/22 as of today 8/16/22 still

    Aug 16, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building exterior walls & appurtenances.note:at previous violations #35651584j issued 6/3/22 as of today 8/16/22 observed same conditions severly cracked stone & brick work on parapet wall a

    Aug 16, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to take required safety measures to protect public safety from documented unsafe facade.note:no safety measures in place at exp #1 west elevation left side courtyard & no controlled access zone establis

    Jun 3, 2022 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building exterior walls or appurtenances.note:observed severly cracked stone & brickwork on parapet wall at left courtyard on exp #1 west elevation.remedy:provide safety measures & repair da

    Jun 3, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to take required measures to secure public safety.unsafe facade observed that shed installation in the under courtyard is incompleteand no one was working on the shed installation.also on front exposure

    Apr 8, 2022 · Penalty $10,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #38257062x issued on 7/26/17, and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptable certif

    Apr 9, 2018 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    40r07,02l10. 40m07-provide keys to machine room; 02l10-fix in car phone.

    Jul 26, 2017 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    05i01,59u07. doro restrictor not aligned adjust; 59u07 brake maintenance tag missing provide.

    Jun 27, 2016 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    05n01. door restrictor bypassed adjust.

    Jun 27, 2016

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    03l10,40bb07,70o02,71l10,77l10. 03-up and down arrows; 40-fire exting uisher tag expired; 70-dirty; 71-repair light; 77-under car light defective.

    Jan 7, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    73b07,74b07,70o02,40bb07. 73-lube rails; 74-lube rails; 70-pit dirty 40-fire extinguisher tag expired.

    Jan 7, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    73b07,74b07,41i10,40bb07. 73-lube rails; 74-lube rails; 41-lock damagerepair to close properly; 40-fire extinguisher tag expired.

    Jan 7, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    32h11,74b07,73b07,41i10,40bb07. 32-worn replace; 74-lub rails; 73-luberails; 41-repair to properly close; 40-fire extinguisher tag expired.

    Jan 7, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    02l10,70r11,73b07,74b07. 2-not working properly repair; 70-replace sump pump outlet w/single non-gfc-1 outlet; 73-lube rails; 75-lube rails.

    Jan 7, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    73b07,74b07,40bb07,41i10. 73-lube rails; 74-lube rails; 40-fire extinguisher tag expried; 41-repar to properly close.

    Jan 7, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    37l10,67x10,68b07,77x10. 37l10-repair overhead sheaves to eliminate screeching noise; 67x10-repair communication in car telephone; 68b-07- provide updated maintenance log; 77x10-repair light under car.

    Jan 8, 2014 · Penalty $530

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    05x10,67x10. 05x10-repair car door restrictor (zone lock); 67x10-repair communication in car (telephone).

    Jan 8, 2014 · Penalty $530

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. noted: at bldg section #5, ne area of lot, from 2nd sty to 6th sty, near elevator door right side when stepping out, there is a crack on the flr going across

    May 30, 2013 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    52k11- rusted hoist cables.

    Mar 7, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report rem: file an amended report following remedial repair

    Sep 17, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this dept indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report rem: file an amended report following remedial repair

    Dec 4, 2009 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Local law report (6th cycle) filed as "unsafe" by architect engineer. no amended report was filed. unsafe conditions require safety provisions for the public as per 27-129(d) and 1rcny 32-03(b)(5)(i) no sidewal

    Aug 10, 2009 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this departmetn indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in initial local law 11/98 report. rem: file an amended report following remedial

    May 28, 2009 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide sidewalk shed and safety measures where required according to the local law 11/89 report filed. there is no record of a permit being issued for the sidewalk shed specified. written in support

    Apr 29, 2009 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    21b07.05j01.10b07.21b07 provide missing lock covers bsmt 3.4.5 and 6fl05j01 adjust clutch on rear door from hitting release bases when running up & down 10b07 provide 2nd gib on cab door 2 gibs per door

    Jan 13, 2009 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to file an amended sixth round report acceptable to this dept.indicating correction of unsafe conditions described in inital local law 11/98 report remedy:file an amended report following remedial repa

    Dec 5, 2008 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    97x10.97x10 repair restore to service so that proper inspection may be performed by dob

    Nov 24, 2008 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide sidewalk shed & safety measures where required according to the local law 11/98 report filed.remedy:provide sidewalk shed & safety measures where required according to the local law report

    Sep 24, 2008 · Penalty $4,800

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Local law report filed as "unsafe",unsafe condition exists & no measure taken to secure safety of public as per 27-129(d) & 1rcny 23-03 (b) (5)(i).remedy:provide safety measure as per bldg code or file report

    Apr 8, 2008 · Penalty $800

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt 4D5

    Open
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt 45C

    Open
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt 4D5

    Open
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt 4D5

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 21, 2026 · Apt 4D5

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 3A5

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 3A5

    Open
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 3A5

    Open
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 3A5

    Open
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 3A5

    Open
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  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 3A5

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 3A5

    Open
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 4B2

    Open
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 4F3

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 4F3

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 16, 2026 · Apt 4F3

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Oct 9, 2026 · Apt 7V3

    Close
  • Electric

    No lighting

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 7A1

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 7C4

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 7C4

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 7C4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 7C4

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 7A1

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 7A1

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 7A1

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 7C4

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 7A1

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 7D4

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 2C4

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 2B6

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 6D4

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 2C4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 2C4

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 2B6

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Sep 28, 2026 · Apt 2C4

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Garbage/recycling storage

    Sep 11, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 5C6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Sep 10, 2026 · Apt 5C6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 5E5

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Sep 9, 2026 · Apt 5E5

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Sep 7, 2026 · Apt 2B5

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 30, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Close
  • Door/window

    Window frame

    Aug 30, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Aug 30, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Aug 30, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Close
  • Safety

    Fire escape

    Aug 30, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Close
  • Water leak

    Damp spot

    Aug 30, 2026 · Apt 5B6

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Aug 26, 2026 · Apt 1B6

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Sewage

    Aug 26, 2026 · Apt 1B6

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D1)
Year built
1926
Floors
6
Residential units
255
Building area
272,000 ft²
Lot area
75,000 ft²
Zoning
R7-1
Community board
205
Council district
14
Block / lot
3216 / 26
Assessed value
$3,250,800
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #205027, last renewed Jul 14, 2026.

Questions about 243 West 179 Street

Who owns 243 West 179 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sydney Engel Associates.

Does 243 West 179 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 1,001 housing violations at this property.

Is 243 West 179 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 225 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 88% of its 255 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 243 West 179 Street built?

City records list 1926 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 243 West 179 Street?

It has 255 residential units.

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