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55 East 21 Street

Brooklyn, NY 11226BBL 3-05063-0009Map

Owner of record: 55 East 21st Streetco

55 East 21 Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1935 in Brooklyn, 11226. It has 60 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 55 East 21st Streetco. HPD has recorded 2,807 housing violations here, most recently on October 8, 2026. 50 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 59 rent-stabilized apartments here in 2023.

HPD violations
2,807
DOB violations
100
ECB violations
96
HPD complaints
3,090

What to know

Concern
25 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Watch
Last violation Oct 8, 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 2023
59
About 98% of the building's 60 apartments

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 · 2,807

  • B

    Repair the flushing apparatus and maintain same so as to flush effectively the water closet ... in the bathroom located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 4th apartment from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the east wall in the foyer located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 4th apartment from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the west wall in the kitchen located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 4th apartment from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 4th apartment from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective electrical outlet at east wall in the 1st room from east at north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 4th apartment from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 4th apartment from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 3b, 3rd story, 4th apartment from south at west

    Oct 8, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Provide adequate supply of hot water for the fixtures hot water pressure low at wash basin in the bathroom located at apt 4a, 4th story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water exceeding 130 dergress at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 4a, 4th story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Oct 7, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scalding hot water above 130 degrees at all fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
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  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective cracked marble saddle at door in the entrance, east wall, in the kitchen located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color cracked and loose plaster at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 2A

    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 2a, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 2A

    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 2a, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of ,, in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Abate the nuisance consisting of pests. evidence of flies in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2a, 2nd story, 3rd apartment from south at west

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 2A

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2j, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 2J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls, ceilings and trim throughout in the entire apartment located at apt 2j, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Sep 22, 2026 · Apt 2J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at, ceiling , building's vestibule , at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... less than 10 sqft observed at, ceiling , building's vestibule , at public hall, 1st story

    Sep 18, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls and ceiling at closet in the foyer located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at walls and ceiling at closet equal to 20 sq. feet in the foyer located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at walls at closet in the foyer located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Repair the broken or defective connection at wastepipe at sink in the kitchen located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective sink base cabinet in the kitchen located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Refit door in the entrance located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • A

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... at south wall window frame less than 10 sq. feet in the bathroom located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures two eletrical outlet(s) at east wall in the kitchen located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective spring balance at upper and lower sash at window in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective rubber gasket at lower door at refrigerator in the kitchen located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor tiles in the 3rd room from east located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color all walls in the kitchen located at apt 1h, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 14, 2026 · Apt 1H

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes flowerpots, second stack, second story balcony at buildingfront at fire escape

    Sep 10, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2k, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 2K

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2k, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from south at west

    Sep 3, 2026 · Apt 2K

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Properly repair or replace the broken or defective cabinet doors at both north and south walls in the kitchen located at apt 1e, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

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

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 1e, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Sep 2, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • B

    Provide a safe and adequate supply of electric service to the fixtures outlet at south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2j, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 25, 2026 · Apt 2J

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the private hallway located at apt 2j, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 25, 2026 · Apt 2J

    Open — Not complied with
  • C

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

    Aug 25, 2026 · Apt 2J

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 2j, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 25, 2026 · Apt 2J

    Open — Nov certified late
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2j, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 25, 2026 · Apt 2J

    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 1st room from north located at apt 2j, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 25, 2026 · Apt 2J

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2j, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west

    Aug 25, 2026 · Apt 2J

    Open — Nov sent out

DOB building violations · 100

  • Construction other optional

    Owner to provide an engineer report for structural stability due to br ick chimney at roof level in state of disreapir with bricks falling an da partially collapsed section of approxiamtely 2'x2'felt area provide -submit report within 10 days of this notice. submit to [email protected]

    May 11, 2026

    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 2022 external low pressure inspection

    Apr 25, 2023

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2022)

    Apr 22, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Provide approximate;y 175' linear feet of sidewalk shed to protect entire sidewalk and entire front entrance walkway

    Sep 29, 2022

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2021)

    Aug 21, 2022

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Mar 16, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Aug 23, 2021

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 4, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2020)

    Jun 20, 2021

    Dob violation - active
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  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Apr 14, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Apr 14, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Apr 14, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Apr 14, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 23, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Sep 2, 2020

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2019)

    Jun 29, 2020

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Feb 2, 2020

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Nov 2, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 12, 2019

    Dob violation - resolved
  • 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 - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 2, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2018)

    Mar 18, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Feb 16, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 19, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years (2017)

    Mar 27, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Feb 2, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

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

    Jan 26, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Nov 2, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 2, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 19, 2017

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 - multiple years (2016)

    Feb 16, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Feb 2, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

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

    Jan 3, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Nov 2, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 2, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Jun 2, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years(2015)

    Jun 1, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Feb 2, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 17, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Nov 2, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2014 inspection report

    Oct 1, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 2, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test

    Jun 10, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 - multiple years

    Jun 1, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 20, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved

ECB violations · 96

  • Class - 2

    Misalinged cab mirror (bc 3001.6). adjust zone lock restrictor plunger and bracket to ensure proper operation(2.14.5.7.1). proivde explicitly detailed information posted in a conspicuous location indicating how

    Jul 6, 2026 · Penalty $655

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Calss 1 cease use asme 17.1 2.1.4.7.1 car door restrictor has been tampered with disable and rendered inoperative this is a safety device to ensure elevator passengers safety repair restore and contact nycdob a

    Jun 18, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in a code-compliant manner. at time of inspection observed a chimney with loose and dislodged bricks at roof level. also observed seperation of chimney with potential of bricks to f

    May 11, 2026 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply with commissioner's order. for work without a permit for vio#35507210z,no permit on file as of 3/20/26., comply with commissioner's order

    Mar 20, 2026 · Penalty $25,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Work without permit. at time of inspection, observed full height partition erected illegally to sub-divide the living room space and create an additional rooms in apartments 6a and 6c. no permits or records on

    Jan 8, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Misaligned cab mirror. replace or adjust door checks where needed. repair machine room steps. adjsut machien room door. missing maintenance log. expired fire extinguisher. provide keys for basement access.

    Mar 25, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At the time of my inspection of a 6 story building, i observed sidewalk shed in place at exposure #1 upon review of the department records it reveals that there were no valid permit for the sidewalk shed in the

    Feb 1, 2024 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Misaligned cab mirror. clean pit. missing in case of fire sign in basement. water leaking into machine room. repair machine room door. expired cat one tag. expired brake maintenance tag. missing cat 5 tag. seal

    Jan 10, 2024 · Penalty $312

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Observed sidewalk shed installed at exp#1. upon review of department records, it was observed that no permits has been issued for installation and use of sidewalk shed.for sidewalk shed.

    Sep 8, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Observed sidewalk shed at exp#1 of the building. upon review of department records, it was observed that no permits has been issued for installation and use of sidewalk shed.for sidewalk shed

    Jul 21, 2023

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Class 2: cab light fixture damaged & missing cover. repair light & provide new cover. car door misaligned has large gap. adjust door to close gap. car floor not level with landing sill. adjust car to level at e

    Jun 12, 2023 · Penalty $312

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Cease use item: issues with governor overspeed switch and gripper; why does it take nearly 60 seconds for the gripper to drop after gov overspeed switch is broken. during that time, car remains on automatic ser

    Jan 26, 2023 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection of a side walk shed , observed that there no permit obtained for this erection at this this job site . violation issued.obtain permit

    Nov 22, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Observed brick & masonry along the 6 floor front entry walkway has both vertical & horizontal cracks of various lengths, numerous areas of broken/missing mortar, some cracks begin at the 6 floor window lentils

    Sep 29, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    A.t.i. the metal stairs to the elevator room are not secured, its broken with a rusted handrail, also the brick stack above the roof has split exposing the brick & mortar to further water damage & potential col

    Sep 29, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Elevator in building out or servive . upon inspection the device is found to be out of service creating a hazardous condition as per 1rcny 11- 02 . restore to servive immediately and notify nycdob the device ha

    Jun 2, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Upon inspection device was found out of service. this is the only elevator in the building. no permit posted restor to service immediately. you can contact nycdob at [email protected] for a complete inspect

    May 23, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    No door lock monitoring installed in this controller as mandated by 3.10.12 of appendix k3 of the 2014 nycbc. this is a controller feature which ensures passenger safety. remedy; file application, install dlm a

    May 5, 2022

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Dlm improperly installed on this device. no firemans' service present in controller. install firemans' service so dlm is in compliance with section 3.10.12 of appendix k3. repair phone. provide access to motor

    Mar 24, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide unobstructed passageway.failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35561176l issued 5/11/21 and file certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 102-01

    Jan 21, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit(cellar)failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35562574l issued 9/10/21 and file certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.remedy:comply

    Jan 21, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary(storage/cellar)failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35507209l issued 1/20/21 and file certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.re

    Jan 21, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain(leaky sewage pipes)failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35475038m issued 1/20/21 and file certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-

    Jan 21, 2022 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    No door lock monitoring installed in this controller as mandated by 3.10.12 of appendix k3 of the 2014 nycbc. this is a controller feature which ensures passenger safety. remedy; file application,install dlm an

    Dec 10, 2021 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain(cellar).failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #33475038m issued on 1/20/21 & to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.rem

    Nov 4, 2021 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work w/out permit.failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35562574l issued on 9/10/21 & to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.remedy:comply

    Nov 4, 2021 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary.failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35507209l issued on 1/20/21 & to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.remedy:compl

    Nov 4, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #35561176l issued on 5/11/21 & to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.

    Nov 4, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35475038m issued1/20/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.for failure to maintain bldg in codecompliant manner comply w/commissioner's o

    Sep 10, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35507209l issued on 01/20/21 & to file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. for occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cert

    Sep 10, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35507210z issued1/20/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.for workw/o permit@cellar comply w/commissioner's order &/or file c/c.

    Sep 10, 2021 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35561176l issued5/11/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.for failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway comply w/commissioner's or

    Sep 10, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c/o or dob records failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35507209l issued1/20/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.comply w/commissioner

    Jul 9, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35561176l issued5/11/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.comply w/commissioner's order

    Jul 9, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35507210z issued1/20/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.prev ecb35530973m.comply w/commissioner's order &/or file c/c.

    Jul 9, 2021 · Penalty $12,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in codecompliant manner failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35475038m issued1/30/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.comply w/commissioner's order

    Jul 9, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35507209l issused1/20/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.occupancy contrary.comply w/commissioner's order &/or file c/c.

    May 11, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35475038m issued1/20/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.failure to maintain bldg.comply w/commissioner's order &/or file c/c.

    May 11, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order contained in summons/v35507210z issued1/20/21 &to file c/c pursuant to28-201.1&1rcny102-01.work w/opermit.comply w/commissioner's order &/or file c/c.

    May 11, 2021 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway has been partially obstructed by 31x16' concrete ramp&bricks are also obstructing exit passageway.provide unobstructed passageway.

    May 11, 2021 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway. noted: @ exp#4 the corridor/passageway has been partially obstructed by a 3'x16' concrete ramp @ time of inspection. remedy: provide unobstructed passageway.

    Jan 20, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg. noted: @ cellar level the sewage pipes were leaking in various location @ time of inspection. remedy: repair/replace.

    Jan 20, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Work w/o a permit. noted: at cellar level installed water & wste linesfor residential sink. also installed gas line for gas stove. remedy: obtain permit.

    Jan 20, 2021 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cert of occupancy or bldg dept records. noted: as per fdny fire provention storage room at the cellar level was occupied by porter w/a bed. remedy: discontinue illegal

    Jan 20, 2021 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    1) no door lock monitoring installed in this controller as mandated by 3.10.12 of appendix k3 of the 2014 nycbc. this is a controller feature which ensures passenger safety. remedy; file application, install dl

    Sep 29, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    No door lock monitoring installed in this controller as mandated by 3.10.12 of appendix k3 of the 2014 nycbc. this is a controller feature which ensures passenger safety. remedy; file application, install dlm a

    May 14, 2020 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    8v1,99bb5,59bb7,5j1,10h11,29j1,67;10,68m7,60l10-8v1)car floor to landing sill not level, adjust. 99bb5)one year test tag expired performed file test. 59bb7)machine brake maintenance tag expired provide. 5j1)car

    Sep 20, 2017 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    05r07,42b10,59u15,68b07,70o02. 05r07:provide a door zone restrictor device; 42b10-controller wiring in poor condition; 59u15: brake maintenance tag; 68b07-maintenance log records; 70o02-pit is dirty.

    Jan 15, 2016 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    72m07,39o02,40o02,60b07,98m07,99m07. 72m07-pit stop switch missing; 39o02-car top dirty; 40o02-motor room dirty; 60b07-lighting machine space insufficient; 98m07-current five year test tag missing; 99m07-curren

    Jun 29, 2015 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in notice of violation #35085777m issued on 3/13/14. for installed plumbing,electric & partitions. remedy: comply w/the comm's order.

    Apr 22, 2015 · Penalty $24,000

    Active

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
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  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 1E

    Open
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Door/window

    Window pane

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Plumbing

    Bathtub/shower

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Open
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 6J

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • General

    Bell/buzzer/intercom

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 4A

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 5F

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 5F

    Open
  • General

    Cabinet

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 5F

    Open
  • Electric

    Outlet/switch

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 5F

    Open
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 5F

    Open
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 5F

    Open
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 6, 2026 · Apt 5F

    Open

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
1935
Floors
6
Residential units
60
Building area
60,114 ft²
Lot area
13,750 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
314
Council district
40
Block / lot
5063 / 9
Assessed value
$1,426,950
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #313393, last renewed Oct 24, 2025.

Questions about 55 East 21 Street

Who owns 55 East 21 Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 55 East 21st Streetco.

Does 55 East 21 Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 2,807 housing violations at this property.

Is 55 East 21 Street rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 59 rent-stabilized units here in 2023 (about 98% of its 60 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 55 East 21 Street built?

City records list 1935 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 55 East 21 Street?

It has 60 residential units.

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