438 West 164 Street,Manhattan, NY 10032
20 Units
•Built in 1920
•5 Floors
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In the past three years, this building had:
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Open Violations
A violation is issued to a building when a city inspector from
NYC's Department of Housing Preservation and Development validates and confirms a complaint made to 311.
The violations listed below are open violations that have yet to be addressed or have not been confirmed
as resolved by the city.
This building has a total of 526 violations which is 26.3 violations per unit for their entire portfolio.
That is worse than the city average, which is 0.81 violations per unit.
Non-hazardous
72Class A
Non-Hazardous violations (i.e. no peephole on a door, or no street # on the building)
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Hazardous
352Class B
Hazardous violations (i.e. smoke detector issues, inadequate lighting)
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Immediately-hazardous
101Class C
Immediately Hazardous (i.e. rodents, inadequate heat or hot water)
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Missing information/filings
1Class I
Missing or non-compliant with administrative information orders or filings
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Approval DateDescriptionCurrent Status
Mar 07, 2024§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the 4th room from north at west located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Oct 23, 2023§ 27-2045 adm code post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box ... at public hall, 1st storyNov sent out
Oct 23, 2023§ 27-2046.1 hmc: post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.Nov sent out
Oct 23, 2023§ 27-2104 adm code post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st storyNov sent out
Oct 23, 2023§ 27-2053 adm code post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st storyNov sent out
Oct 23, 2023§ 27-2005 hmc: post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st storyNov sent out
Oct 23, 2023§ 26-1103 admin. code: post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st storyNov sent out
Oct 23, 2023§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings at all stories at public hallNov sent out
Oct 05, 2023§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling nd all walls in the bathroom located at apt 33, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at westNov sent out
Sep 05, 2023§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the 5th room from east located at apt 53, 5th story, 2nd apartment from west at northNov sent out
Aug 30, 2023§ 27-2005 adm code paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the pipe riser in the 1st room from north located at apt 43, 4th story, 2nd apartment from east at southNov sent out
Aug 07, 2023§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 33, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at westNov sent out
Jul 25, 2023§ 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at all walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 33, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from south at westNov sent out
Jan 30, 2023Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings thoughout in the entire apartment located at apt 34, 3rd storyNov sent out
Dec 06, 2022Section 27-2026 adm code reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl ... in the bathroom located at apt 33, 3rd story, 2nd apartment from west at northNov sent out
Oct 21, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling and south wall in the bathroom located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jul 19, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen , the bathroom located at apt 41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at southNov sent out
Jun 29, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department ceiling and all walls at public hall, 5th storyNov sent out
Apr 06, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door frame from north at east wall, 1st door from north at east wall in the 2nd room from east at south located at apt 54, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at northNov sent out
Apr 06, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st door frame from west at north wall, 1st closet from north at east wall door, 2nd closet from north at east wall door in the 2nd room from east at north located at apt 54, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at northNov sent out
Apr 06, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceiling in the 5th room from east located at apt 54, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at northNov sent out
Apr 06, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the private hallway , the 1st room from east at north, the 1st room from east at south located at apt 54, 5th story, 1st apartment from west at northNov sent out
Mar 24, 2022Section27-2153 adm code post and maintain a notice, written in english and in spanish, on the building entrance door or other conspicuous location in the building common area, stating that: (1) the building is in the alternative enforcement program, (2) that occupants may call 311 or the aep at 212-863-8262 to report housing maintenance complaints, (3) the name, telephone, and address of the owner, and, (4) the identity of any financial institution that holds a mortgage on the property. post at public hall, 1st storyNot complied with
Feb 24, 2022Section 27-2005 adm code paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation fire escape all stys south yardNot complied with
Feb 15, 2022Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department bulkhead east and south walls at public hall, 5th storyNot complied with
Jan 13, 2020Section 27-2005 adm code refit door in the entrance located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at eastFirst no access to re- inspect violation
May 24, 2019Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 2nd room from north at west, the 5th room from north, the private hallway , the bathroom , the 2nd room from north at east, the 1st room from north at west, the 1st room from north at east located at apt 53, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Apr 29, 2019Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective porcelain enamel glaze finish at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 53, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Apr 29, 2019Section 27-2026 adm code replace the broken or defective water closet in the bathroom located at apt 53, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Apr 29, 2019Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceilings through-out in the entire apartment located at apt 53, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Apr 29, 2019Section 27-2005 adm code refit upper and lower window sashes in the 2nd room from north located at apt 53, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Apr 29, 2019Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the kitchen located at apt 53, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jan 14, 2019Section 27-2005 adm code paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation at riser. in the bathroom located at apt 4, 1st story, 1st apartment from east at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jan 11, 2019Section 27-2005 hmc: post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st storyNot complied with
Dec 07, 2018Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration : dry wall with door erected from floor to ceiling, subdividing the room's area in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Dec 07, 2018Section 27-2005 adm code refit closet's doors at south wall in the 3rd room from north at west located at apt 41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Dec 07, 2018Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the 3rd room from north at west, the 4th room from north at west, the 4th room from north at east, the foyer , the bathroom located at apt 41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at southNot complied with
Nov 19, 2018Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing insulation around the riser in the bathroom located at apt 41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at southNot complied with
Nov 16, 2018Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration walk in closet built of metal studs and drywall erected from the floor to the ceiling at north wall in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 41, 4th story, apartment at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Nov 16, 2018Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department celings and walls at all stories at public hallNot complied with
Sep 21, 2018Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the 1st closet from west at north wall wall, 1st closet from east at south wall wall in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Aug 07, 2018Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the broken or defective five windows at west wall at cellarNot complied with
Aug 07, 2018Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings , 5th storyNot complied with
Aug 07, 2018Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings at public hall, 4th storyNot complied with
Aug 07, 2018Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceilings at public hall, 4th storyNot complied with
Aug 07, 2018Section 27-2015 adm code thoroughly whitewash or paint with a light color the surfaces of the west wall at west court yard.Not complied with
Jul 21, 2018Section 27-2014 adm code and dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint front stack at all story at fire escapeNot complied with
Jul 20, 2018Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department walls and ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 43, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Mar 29, 2018Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling , 5th storyNot complied with
Feb 22, 2018Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling and all walls at public hall, 4th storyNot complied with
Feb 22, 2018Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all walls and ceiling at public hall, 3rd storyNot complied with
Feb 22, 2018Section 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration consisting of partition erected with door creating two rooms in the 3rd room from north located at apt 41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Nov 21, 2017Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the private hallway , the kitchen , the bathroom , the 4th room from north at west, the 4th room from north at east, the 3rd room from north at east located at apt 41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Sep 01, 2017Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling at pantry closet in the kitchen located at apt 41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at southNot complied with
Sep 01, 2017Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling, 1st door frame from south at west wall, south wall, 1st closet from east at south wall wall, west wall in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Sep 01, 2017Section 27-2005 hmc: post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st storyNot complied with
Sep 01, 2017Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the bathroom , the 4th room from north at west, the 3rd room from north at east, the private hallway , the kitchen located at apt 41, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Aug 24, 2017Section 27-2005 adm code replace with new the missing escutcheon plate at heat riser in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 53, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Aug 24, 2017Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at west wall under sink in the kitchen located at apt 53, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Aug 24, 2017Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 53, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 11, 2016Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all ceilings and all walls. located at apt 43, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Feb 11, 2016Section 27-2005 adm code paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation heat riser pipe. in the bathroom located at apt 43, 4th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Aug 13, 2015Section 27-2026 adm code reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl ... in the bathroom located at apt 21, 2nd story, 2nd apartment from north at eastFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Aug 13, 2015Section 27-2026 adm code reset, so as to secure a proper and tight connection, the water closet bowl .. in the bathroom located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from north at eastFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Sep 23, 2014Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair the broken or defective approximately 2 sq ft of rotted wooden flooring at radiator in the 4th room from north at east located at apt 41, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Sep 16, 2014Section 27-2005 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 43, 4th story, 3rd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Sep 10, 2014Section 27-2048 adm code paint or post a sign indicating floors at all stys at public hallNot complied with
Aug 15, 2014Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor in the kitchen located at apt 34, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at northFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Aug 10, 2014Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceilings and walls in the entire apartment located at apt 21, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at southFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Jul 14, 2013Section 27-2005 adm code properly repair with similar material the broken or defective vinyl floor cover in the kitchen located at apt 2, 1st story, 1st apartment from north at eastFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Mar 04, 2013Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the north wall, west wall in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 53, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
Mar 04, 2013Section 27-2013 adm code paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department the ceiling in the 4th room from north located at apt 53, 5th story, 2nd apartment from south at westFirst no access to re- inspect violation
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