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556 Howard Avenue

Staten Island, NY 10301BBL 5-00597-0120Map

Owner of record: Grymes Hill Owners Corp.

556 Howard Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1951 in Staten Island, 10301. It has 128 residential units across 2 floors. The owner of record is Grymes Hill Owners Corp.. HPD has recorded 252 housing violations here, most recently on May 8, 2026. 6 of the 50 most recent violations are still open. City tax records listed 1 rent-stabilized apartment here in 2024.

HPD violations
252
DOB violations
40
ECB violations
41
HPD complaints
113

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What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 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 2024
1
About 1% of the building's 128 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.

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Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 252

  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    May 8, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    May 8, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    May 8, 2026

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    May 7, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 24, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 24, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 21, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Jun 13, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Jun 13, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Jun 13, 2025

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Jun 12, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Dec 3, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Dec 3, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 16, 2024

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 31, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 30, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 29, 2023

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 16, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the 1st room from north at west located at apt 1a, 1st story, 1st apartment from south at west , section ''162''

    Jul 25, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of hot water (at 164 degrees f. ) exceeding the maximum allowable temperature of 130 degrees at all fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 1a, 1st story, section ''162''

    Jul 25, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 10, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 40

  • Construction other optional

    Requesting an engineer report due to a section of retaining wall with cracks and in disrepair at exposure#3. an engineering report is required to assess and rectify the damages property has sustained.

    Aug 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Requesting an engineer report due to a section of retaining wall with cracks and in disrepair at exposure#3. an engineering report is required to assess and rectify the damages property has sustained.

    Aug 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Requesting an engineer report due to a section of retaining wall with cracks and in disrepair at exposure#3. an engineering report is required to assess and rectify the damages property has sustained.

    Aug 14, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Requesting an engineer report due to a section of retaining wall with cracks and in disrepair at exposure#3. an engineering report is required to assess and rectify the damages property has sustained.

    Aug 14, 2025

    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 - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 19, 2022

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain retaining wall at arlo avenue side of property in state of disrepair and leaning outward at various locations

    Jul 22, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Failure to maintain retaining wall at arlo avenue side of property in state of disrepair and leaning outward at various locations

    Jul 22, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • 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 - 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 - dismissed
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  • Retaining wall none

    Failed to file cycle 1 technical report by 12/31/2018 per rcny 103-09

    Oct 1, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 - dismissed
  • Failure to submit eer none

    Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2017

    Mar 27, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • 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 - dismissed
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report

    Mar 1, 2013

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Lblvio-low pressure boiler boiler required

    Dec 31, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 1, 2009

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 19, 2007

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 6, 2006

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jan 31, 2005

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 13, 2004

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 19, 2003

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 7, 2000

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Mar 16, 1999

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    May 4, 1998

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Sep 16, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - active
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Feb 10, 1997

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Boilers boiler required

    Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required

    Jun 8, 1994

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 41

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the department of buildings no certificate of correction on file for vio#39185295n as of 6/16/2026., file a certificate o

    Jun 16, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts. failure to comply with commissioner's order. for work without a permit for vio#39185294l ,no permit on file as of 6/16/2026., comply with commissioner's order

    Jun 16, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Observed at second floor apt, multiple new plastic outlet boxes in kitchen and bathroom. clean new wires tucked in box with no devices. also yellow 12 gauge romex wire by sink (future dw) and romex wire protrud

    Apr 20, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    At second floor apt observed new copper piping at kitchen sink. piping also has sweat on shutoff valves. new pvc trap. map gas torch and solder on floor by piping. building built in 1951 pvc piping did not exis

    Apr 20, 2026 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed rear retaining wall at exposure#3 in disrepair with cracks and missing concrete at bottom of retaining wall. also observed retaining wall at exposure#1 in disrepair with cracks.,

    Aug 14, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed rear retaining wall at exposure#3 in disrepair with cracks and missing concrete at bottom of retaining wall. also observed retaining wall at exposure#1 in disrepair with cracks.,

    Aug 14, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed rear retaining wall at exposure#3 in disrepair with cracks and missing concrete at bottom of retaining wall. also observed retaining wall at exposure#1 in disrepair with cracks.,

    Aug 14, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    At time of inspection observed rear retaining wall at exposure#3 in disrepair with cracks and missing concrete at bottom of retaining wall. also observed retaining wall at exposure#1 in disrepair with cracks.,

    Aug 14, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not received a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    1rcny 103-09(e). failure to file a retaining wall condition assessmentreport by the deadline as required by 1rcny 103-09(e)(2) and (5). to date, the department has not recieved a retaining wall condition assess

    Feb 25, 2025

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building to code.observed at t.o.i retaining wall at property front along public sidewalk remains in need of serious repair cracked & chipped in several location & leaning dangerously outwar

    Mar 14, 2022 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain. observed at t.o.i. at the grymes hill manor estates the retaining wall outside of #160 and #162 arol rd. continues to be in need of serious repair. it is cracked and chipped and leaning dan

    Oct 20, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain observed at t.o.i;at the gymes hill manor estates the retaining wall outside of #160 and #162 arlo rd.is in need of serious repair it is cracked chipped and leaning outward in the direction

    Sep 8, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain: at arlo ave side of property masonry retaining wall in state of disrepair at various locations and leaning outward. remedy: repair/and or/replace

    Jul 22, 2021 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o c of o indicates a eight family dwelling unit in a garden apt complex at 2nd fl level observed at time of inspection livingroom area arranged as professional

    Jun 30, 2009

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit work noted: a spiral stair with eight steps was erected at the basement going to the 1 floor illegally. remedy: obtain permit.

    Mar 25, 2002 · Penalty $500

    Active

Complaints

  • Safety

    Carbon monoxide detector

    Feb 15, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • Safety

    Smoke detector

    Feb 15, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 15, 2024 · Apt B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Feb 15, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 6, 2023 · Apt UNITB

    Close
  • Electric

    Wiring

    Nov 5, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Heavy flow

    Jul 25, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Jul 25, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 25, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jul 25, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
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  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Jun 14, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 14, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 14, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    Jun 14, 2022 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Flooring/stairs

    Floor

    Sep 13, 2021 · Apt UNITA

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 13, 2021 · Apt UNITA

    Close
  • Electric

    Lighting

    Sep 13, 2021 · Apt UNITA

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Sep 13, 2021 · Apt UNITA

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Sep 13, 2021 · Apt UNITA

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 11, 2021 · Apt 13A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 11, 2021 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 11, 2021 · Apt B

    Close
  • General

    Signage missing

    Sep 11, 2021 · Apt 20B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Sep 11, 2021 · Apt 20B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Jul 22, 2021 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Toilet

    Feb 7, 2021 · Apt B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Feb 7, 2021 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 7, 2021 · Apt 2NDFLO

    Close
  • Electric

    Power outage

    Feb 19, 2018 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 24, 2018 · Apt 28B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 4, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Jan 3, 2018 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 16, 2017 · Apt 1A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jul 16, 2013 · Apt A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 22, 2013 · Apt A

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Vermin

    Jun 1, 2012 · Apt A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 26, 2011 · Apt 44B

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water supply

    Dec 3, 2011 · Apt 10A

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 4, 2010 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 3, 2010 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 14, 2009 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 20, 2008 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 3, 2008 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 3, 2008 · Apt 1FL

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 19, 2007 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 8, 2007 · Apt B

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Mar 6, 2007 · Apt B

    Close

Sales history

DatePriceTypeUnits
Jul 28, 2026$200,000Coops - walkup apartments—
Apr 24, 2026$192,500Coops - walkup apartments—
Apr 23, 2026$205,000Coops - walkup apartments—
Apr 14, 2026$180,000Coops - walkup apartments—
Feb 20, 2026$250,000Coops - walkup apartments—
Feb 20, 2026$250,000Coops - walkup apartments—
Feb 13, 2026$195,000Coops - walkup apartments—
Nov 21, 2025$206,000Coops - walkup apartments—
Nov 18, 2025$285,000Coops - walkup apartments—

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C6)
Year built
1951
Floors
2
Residential units
128
Building area
121,750 ft²
Lot area
222,111 ft²
Zoning
R4
Community board
501
Council district
49
Block / lot
597 / 120
Assessed value
$4,692,150
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #501635, last renewed Jun 26, 2026.

Questions about 556 Howard Avenue

Who owns 556 Howard Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Grymes Hill Owners Corp..

Does 556 Howard Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 252 housing violations at this property.

Is 556 Howard Avenue rent stabilized?

NYC Department of Finance tax bills listed 1 rent-stabilized units here in 2024 (about 1% of its 128 apartments). To confirm a specific apartment, request its rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal.

When was 556 Howard Avenue built?

City records list 1951 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 556 Howard Avenue?

It has 128 residential units.

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