1212 5th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029
1212 5th Avenue is a 16-story, 53-unit residential building constructed in 1925 and currently owned by 1212 Fifth Avenue Condominium. The building has experienced several notable maintenance and compliance issues over the past few years. Most recently, there were violations related to failure to submit Energy Efficiency Reports (EER) for multiple years (2018-2022), though these have been dismissed following proper submission.
In 2022, the building received a Housing Maintenance Code violation concerning the filing of annual bedbug reports, which has since been complied with, showing no infestation or eradication cases in the most recent filings from 2022-2024. The building's elevator system has required attention, with documented violations in 2020 concerning defective emergency stop switches and hoist rope shortening, though these were resolved and no longer present. Structural maintenance has been a recurring theme, with a 2018 violation noting issues with the building's exterior walls and stone facade, which resulted in a $500 fine. The property has maintained a generally good record for pest management, with regular rodent inspections showing mostly passed results, though there was one instance of reported rat activity in March 2025.
The building's permit history from 2018-2020 shows regular maintenance and repair work being conducted, with multiple permits issued for exterior and elevator-related work. The building has consistently demonstrated compliance with bedbug reporting requirements in recent years, showing a commitment to maintaining sanitary conditions. While there have been several violations and compliance issues over the years, most have been addressed and resolved through proper channels, with the most recent violations primarily related to paperwork and reporting requirements rather than building safety or habitability concerns. The property has received regular inspections and permits for maintenance work, suggesting ongoing upkeep of the building systems and structure.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 53 |
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Year built | 1925 |
Total area | 96980 sq ft |
Floors | 16 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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