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120 West 231 Street

Bronx, NY 10463BBL 2-03253-0141Map

Owner of record: NYC Department Of Education

120 West 231 Street is a school building built in 1957 in Bronx, 10463. The owner of record is NYC Department Of Education. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

HPD violations
0
DOB violations
78
ECB violations
63
HPD complaints
0

What to know

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No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

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No HPD violations

HPD has not cited this building.

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No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

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Violations

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HPD housing violations · 0

No HPD violations on record

DOB building violations · 78

  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection

    Nov 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst

    Sep 6, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2017 cat 1 insp/tst tst

    Sep 6, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 11, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    Cease use

    Apr 11, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    Cease use

    Apr 11, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 11, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 26, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 26, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    Cease use

    Apr 19, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 19, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2015 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Residential elevator periodic inspection/test elevatorrequired

    Failure to perform category 5 inspection

    Jun 1, 2016

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 13, 2016

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 13, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 17, 2015

    Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 17, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 25, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 25, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst

    May 30, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2012 cat 1 insp/tst

    May 30, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 25, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 25, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 2, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 2, 2012

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 14, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 14, 2011

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 11, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 11, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 6, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 6, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Apr 2, 2007

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 30, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 30, 2005

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Apr 21, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 25, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Feb 25, 2004

    Dob violation - resolved
  • 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

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    2p3123

    Mar 14, 2002

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Feb 19, 2002

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 63

  • Class - 2

    Re-issue #35691897r. exit door not self-closing. noted: exterior exit doors not self-closing at exit #7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 16 and gym exits due to defective hardware. remedy: repair/replace doors.

    Mar 19, 2026 · Penalty $1,562

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Re-issue #35691896p. failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. noted: interior fire proof doors not working throughout building5th flr-staircase "f", "a", "c", "b". 4th flr-staircase "a", "g". 2nd

    Mar 19, 2026 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Class 2 items: pit lighting inoperable. in-car exhaust fan inoperative. provide an updated maintenance log. repair/replace first floor position indicator.

    Oct 24, 2025 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Reissue#35678969k failure to maintian building in code compliant manner.interior fireproof doors not working throughout.rem:comply with code

    Apr 2, 2025 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Reissue#35678968z exit door not self-closing.exit door not self closing at exit#7,8,9,10,11 & 16 due to defective hardware.rem:comply with code.

    Apr 2, 2025 · Penalty $1,562

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Reissue#35678970h failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.water penetration at 5th fl st e & f,roof leavage also.rem:comply with code.

    Apr 2, 2025 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Reissue#35678966p failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.noted:handrail is missing for ramp from kingsbridge terrace.rem:comply with code.

    Apr 2, 2025 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Class 2 items: in-car communication inoperative. remove oil from hoist ropes and hoist machine. a/c in machine room inoperative. provide an updated maintenance log. noise from bottom roller guide need to be inv

    Jul 26, 2024 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Re-issue #35672741r-failure to maintain building wall(s) or appurtenances. noted: observed at exp. 1-step cracks above exit door #1, at exp.4-step cracks and missing mortar between brick joints near exit doors

    Apr 8, 2024 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Re-issue #35672739h-exit door not self-closing. noted: observed exterior doors located at exit #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, and #16 that are not self-closing properly due to defective hardware, door and/or door frame.

    Apr 8, 2024 · Penalty $1,562

    Active
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  • Class - 2

    Re-issue #35672738x-failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. noted: observed interior fire proof delf-closing doors located at5 flr.-st. 'b', st. 'a', st. 'f', st. 'e', rm. 514, rm. 534, at 4 flr.

    Apr 8, 2024 · Penalty $1,562

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Re-issue #35672742z-failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. noted: observed at exp. 4/accessibility ramp from kingsbridge terrace. the handrail for the ramp(used for access to/exit from exit door

    Apr 8, 2024 · Penalty $1,562

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. noted: observedat 5 flr.-st. 'e' and 'f', ceiling has water penetrations coming from roof and creating slipping hazard. remedy: repair and/or replace.

    Apr 8, 2024 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner:observed fireproof self closing doors not closing/opening properly.at 5th fl.rm 514,503,511,staircase a & f.at 4th fl staircase a & f smoke doors by rm 415,

    Feb 28, 2023 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner:illumination forexits,exit discharges and public corridors per bc 1006.1;27-381.observed throughout 2nd floor level including auditorium,many exit signs not

    Feb 28, 2023 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Exit door not self closing observed exterior exit doors not self closing properly.at exit 11 & 10 both doors deteriorating from the buttom,exit 8 door is racked,exit 7 door rubs on saddle.rem:repair/replace doo

    Feb 28, 2023 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building walls or appurtenances.observed at roof level chimney in disrepair with stepcracks throughout tweo exposures.atexpo 1 step cracks above exit 1 door,at expo 3 above exit 2 door missi

    Feb 28, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner:observed at expo#4 accessibility camp with handrails loose at attachment locations.by exit 10 handrail has been cut allowing it to move freely,posing a haza

    Feb 28, 2023 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner note in cafeteria west side double hung windows do not stay open at bottom 4 of 5 windowwhe you can open windows.teacher lounge 1 window will not open on far

    Aug 26, 2020 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner note at roof level exhaust fan not working(main exhaust fan) remedy: repair and or replace

    Aug 26, 2020 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.use of prohibited door and/or hardware per bc 1008.8-371(j) many doors on all floors have illegal door stops repair/replace/provide legal hardware

    Feb 18, 2020 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Exit door not self closing noted:2nd floor corridor hall doors don't case properly repair/replace door

    Feb 18, 2020 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    (97x10/61i10/16i10/61d6)return to service(97x10)an elevator in the school remains out of service,this is a recurring condition aggravated asper 1rcny.repair device immediately to file have device remove and to

    Aug 27, 2019 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    97x17 restore to service and contact dob for an inspection can be performed.

    May 28, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Cu05j10; 07d06,33i11,42m07,59b11,69b07,99b11. 1 cease use item; 05j-repair gap in center of two speed car door and contact dob for restore to service reinspeciton. *07d-secure car door reopen device; 33i-replc

    May 28, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Exit doors not self closing at 4th floor exit 7, stair e and stair f and gym main entrance doors not closing or working properly staying open hardware broken. rmdy: replace doors.

    Jan 30, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner: lack of emergency exits, exit discharges and public corridors per bc 1006.1; 27-542. noted: at all stories throughout entire school, several emergency exit

    Jan 22, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner noted: at cellarin oil tank room (room b-7) "p-trap" leaking onto oil tank with an active flow. rmdy: repair and/or replace condition noted.

    Jan 22, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Exit door not self closing. noted at all stories throughout all corridors observed several doors to stairwells not closing in various loca tions throughout school. rmdy: repair/replace door.

    Jan 22, 2018

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Reissue #35101686y-35013084r failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances.missing brick & missing mortar @various locns throughout on brick wall of stair tower (g) & brick wall of ramp from playground bldg.

    Aug 6, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in code compliant manner @1st fl storage rm rear exit doors outside exit#7 are rusted out &(inoperable) w/day lightvisible throughout.rem:comply notice of vio.

    Aug 6, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Reissue #35101687x failure to maintain bldg walls or appurtenances.@5th fl exit 7,roof leaking,leading water penetrating into stair case.rem:comply w/notice of vio.

    Aug 6, 2015

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Racked door.@ 5th fl exit 7,the hinge on doors is defective & not letting door close properly.rem:repair/replace door.

    Jul 14, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Roof leaks.@ 5 fl exit 7,roof leaking leading water penetrating into staircase.rem:repair section of roof.

    Jul 14, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Reissue ecb #35013084r brick work.missing bricks & missing mortar @ variour loc on brick wall of stair tower"g"& brick wall of ramp from playground bulging on kings bridge terrace side.rem:repair brick wall.

    Jul 14, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Defective brickwork w/step cracks.location:north wall (exterior) of stair tower "g" and brickwall @ramp to playground (kingsbridge terrace side).remedy:maintain and repair defects.

    Apr 1, 2013

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Defective drop ceiling at cafeteria serving area 2 missing sections ofmetal panels for drop ceiling exposure wiring. rem:replace/repair dropceiling.

    Jun 20, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Doors not self closing at 2nd flr stairway e&f 4th flr stairway a smoke doors adjacents to room 107 doors are racked to frame & drag on flr.rem:repair if feasible or replace.

    Jun 20, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Excessive combustible decorations at corridor adjacent to room 427 hanging from ceiling wall to wall combustible art work & decorations. rem:remove all items.

    Jun 20, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Water penetration at boiler room the foundation flr slab has become porous allowing water to enter with 1" of standing water. rem:waterprooffoundation & slab.

    Jun 20, 2012

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Reissue:34863486y interior doors are defective.noted:doors are not self closing.located @ 4 flr corridor smoke & 2 flr auditorium front entrance.rem:repair &/or replace door closer.

    Jul 22, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    4th floor stwy 'b' doors racked. stwy 'e' door not closing. corridor doors near room 415 racked. 2nd floor auditorium main entrance door left not closing. 1st floor gym rear exit doors not closing. remedy: repa

    Jul 13, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Brick wall approximately 4ft high has a step crack located at the mainentrance.remedy:repair/replace brick wall.

    Mar 13, 2009

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Water penetration causing plaster to spall at the main entrance 3fl & gymnasium cellar ceiling tiles to spall.remedy:repair/repair plaster &ceiling tiles.

    Mar 13, 2009

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Reissue:34466843y exterior brick has become porous & allowing rain water to enter the bldg & causing damage to the interior finish at this exit dr above the auditorium on 2nd fl remedy:water proof exterior wall

    May 3, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Reissue:34466845h defective entrance dr does not open located on the left side of the auditorium on the 2fl corridor smoke drs are defectivew/rotten dr frames.missing corridors smoke drs located to adj rm 116

    May 3, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Reissue:34466842m exterior concrete is cracked and sinking into the ground approx: 4inches located in the courtyard and above the auditoriumremedy:repair concrete floor

    May 3, 2006

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    49-l-10,85-m-07,08-v-10/ (49-l-10) generator arking. (85-m-07) provide5 yr test tag. (08-v-10) pre level to much. doors open and elev. about4 inch low and then level's in.

    Mar 28, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain building.defects noted:first floor gymnasium block walls have 8 vertical cracks/step cracks from ceiling downward approx 10 feet each.remedy:maintain building make safe.make all necessary re

    Feb 15, 2005

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain building.defects noted:second floor auditorium entry left side door does not open.also noted:third floor main entry corridor smoke stop door (two each side) are defective,hiting floor & fram

    Feb 15, 2005

    Resolve

Complaints

No HPD complaints in our records

Complaint data is still being backfilled from NYC Open Data.

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
School building (W1)
Year built
1957
Floors
3
Residential units
—
Building area
157,584 ft²
Lot area
95,778 ft²
Zoning
R6
Community board
208
Council district
14
Block / lot
3253 / 141
Assessed value
$17,276,850
Landmark / historic district
No

Questions about 120 West 231 Street

Who owns 120 West 231 Street?

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

Does 120 West 231 Street have violations?

NYC HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.

Is 120 West 231 Street rent stabilized?

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

When was 120 West 231 Street built?

City records list 1957 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.