20 Cliff Street
Staten Island, NY 10305BBL 5-02833-0031Map
Owner of record: Sea Cliff Towers Owners Corp
20 Cliff Street is an elevator apartment building built in 1964 in Staten Island, 10305. It has 122 residential units across 9 floors. The owner of record is Sea Cliff Towers Owners Corp. HPD has recorded 8 housing violations here, most recently on March 8, 2018. 2 of the 8 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 8
- DOB violations
- 34
- ECB violations
- 12
- HPD complaints
- 29
Available now in this building
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 8
- BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 9e, 6th story, apartment at north
Mar 8, 2018 · Apt 9E
Open — Nov sent out - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling in the 1st room from north located at apt 9e, 6th story, apartment at north
Mar 8, 2018 · Apt 9E
Open — Nov sent out - IInformation / order
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.
Oct 16, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding walls at bulkhead to roof at public hall, section ''a-h'', at west
Jul 18, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retarding walls at bulkhead to roof at public hall, section ''j-r'', at east
Jul 18, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of moisture penetrating east, south and north walls at bulkhead to roof at public hall, section ''a-h'', at west
Jul 18, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of moisture penetrating east, south and north walls at bulkhead to roof at public hall, section ''j-r'', at east
Jul 18, 2013
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective emergency stairwells and hallways lights all stories entire building
Jan 23, 2013
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 34
- Failure to submit eer none
Failure to submit an eer per ad. code sec. 28-308.4 in 2023
Jun 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Failure to post energy grade/score none
Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3
Dec 1, 2021
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 1, 2018
Dob violation - resolved - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 25, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 25, 2016
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 6, 2014
Dob violation - resolved
Show 24 more ↓
- Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jun 6, 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 elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 29, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 29, 2013
Dob violation - resolved - Failure to benchmark none
Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4
May 3, 2012
Dob violation - dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 16, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 16, 2012
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 26, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Apr 26, 2011
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 10, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Sep 10, 2008
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 4, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 4, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Dec 4, 2007
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 20, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Jan 20, 2006
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 1, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
E-elevator elevatorrequired
Feb 1, 2005
Dob violation - resolved - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - 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
Jun 4, 1993
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Mar 21, 1990
Vpw*-violation unserved ecb-work without permit-dismissed - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51)provide cab capacity plate (52)tag governor after 5 yr safety test (53)clean installation
Dec 23, 1988
Dob violation - resolved - Elevator elevatorrequired
(51)provide cab capacity plate (52)tag governor after 5 yr safety test (53)clean installation
Dec 23, 1988
Dob violation - resolved
ECB violations · 12
- Class - 1
At time of inspection observed fire escape clear passageway at exp.1 and 3 partially obstructed by furniture and household items at multiple locations., repair and/replace
Mar 17, 2023 · Penalty $312
Resolve - Class - 2
Bc3314.8=supported scaffold-inadequate guardrails system at the time of inspection i observed sws and supported scaffold inplace at exp#1 supported scaffold missing midrails in multiple cracks hazardous conditi
Apr 13, 2020 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
At time of inspection,observed ongoing construction activities contrary to governor's executive order#202.6,202.8,202.11 and 202.13 and guidance published by the empire state development corporation persuant to
Mar 31, 2020 · Penalty $5,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to submit an acceptable required cycle 8c report of critical examination documenting condition of exterior wall and appurtenances required by 28-302.4 for control#811942.rem:submit acceptable required t
Feb 13, 2020 · Penalty $625
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building walls and appurtenances. noted at time ofinspection at exp1 (i)step cracks a7 2/f level by northeast balcony & main entrance at brickwork; (ii) cracks at underside of balcony slab,
May 26, 2016 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Class - 2
B354 16.24b.50.50a.50b.50c. 50 unlined chimney 50a missing emergency switch outside second boiler rm door 50 b missing temp gauge for domestic 50c holes in ceiling & walls.
Jul 15, 2008 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Sec:27-597-questionable construction in that retaining wall at rear ofbldg approx 100ft long constructed of railroad ties is leaning & out of plumb.wall is approx 4ft high.remedy:submit engineer report for
Apr 18, 2007 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Exit passage or corridor required width decreased by obstruction note front and rear fire escape terrace have tables chairs and plants obstructing passageways on various floors 2,3,4,6,8, leading to fire escape
Aug 12, 2002 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
73##/ 73-#- failure to promply report an accident as per 27-1006
Aug 13, 2001 · Penalty $460
Resolve - Non-hazardous
75*05-5 yr tag's expired.
Aug 7, 2000 · Penalty $180
Resolve
Show 2 more ↓
- Non-hazardous
75*05-5 yrs tag's expired.
Aug 7, 2000 · Penalty $180
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Contrary to building code,a chain-link fence with barbed wire has beenerected around the perimeter of the parking lot in the rear exceeding the maximum six foot height in an r1-2 zoning dism. remedy:comform to
Aug 23, 1991 · Penalty $55
Resolve
Complaints
- General
Signage missing
Apr 30, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 30, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 30, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jun 23, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Window frame
Jun 7, 2021 · Apt 2E
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jun 7, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Mar 4, 2018 · Apt 9E
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Mar 4, 2018 · Apt 9E
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Oct 3, 2014 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jul 12, 2014 · Apt 3H
Close
Show 19 more ↓
- Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jul 9, 2013 · Apt 2E
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 9, 2013 · Apt 2E
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 9, 2013 · Apt 2E
Close - General
Mold
Jul 9, 2013 · Apt 2E
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 8, 2013 · Apt 4N
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 8, 2013 · Apt 4N
Close - Heating
Heat related
Oct 30, 2011 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 18, 2011 · Apt 7K
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 1, 2010 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Doors
May 26, 2009 · Apt 7K
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Nov 29, 2008 · Apt 7K
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 22, 2008 · Apt 6O
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 22, 2008 · Apt 60
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 22, 2008 · Apt BLDG
Close - Plumbing
Water supply
Jan 22, 2008 · Apt 9C
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Feb 9, 2006 · Apt 7K
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jan 11, 2006 · Apt 7K
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Nov 25, 2005 · Apt 7K
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Nov 18, 2005 · Apt 7K
Close
Sales history
| Date | Price | Type | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 4, 2026 | $299,999 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Jan 7, 2026 | $350,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Dec 15, 2025 | $340,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Dec 11, 2025 | $220,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Nov 10, 2025 | $205,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Oct 29, 2025 | $210,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
| Oct 15, 2025 | $270,000 | Coops - elevator apartments | — |
Building details
- Building type
- Elevator apartment building (D4)
- Year built
- 1964
- Floors
- 9
- Residential units
- 122
- Building area
- 146,640 ft²
- Lot area
- 77,740 ft²
- Zoning
- R1-2
- Community board
- 501
- Council district
- 49
- Block / lot
- 2833 / 31
- Assessed value
- $6,794,100
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #500907, last renewed Jul 17, 2026.
Questions about 20 Cliff Street
Who owns 20 Cliff Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Sea Cliff Towers Owners Corp.
Does 20 Cliff Street have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 8 housing violations at this property.
Is 20 Cliff 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 20 Cliff Street built?
City records list 1964 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 20 Cliff Street?
It has 122 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.
