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
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 · 1,001
- CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - 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 7a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 7A1
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 7a1, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at east
Oct 12, 2026 · Apt 7A1
Open — Nov sent out - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at boiler room
Oct 8, 2026
Open — Nov sent out
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- BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - CImmediately hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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 - BHazardous
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
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.