# 16 Cooper Square, Manhattan, NY 10003

BBL 1005440050 · Block 544 · Lot 50 · BIN 1008780  
Canonical page: https://nycpropertyfacts.com/ny/manhattan/16-cooper-square-1005440050  
Last updated: 2026-10-31 · Open-item counts as of 2026-10-31

Also recorded as: 20 Cooper Sq; 18 Cooper Sq; 16-20 Cooper Sq; 16-26 Cooper Sq; 168 Cooper Sq

## Summary

16 Cooper Square (Manhattan, NY 10003; tax lot BBL 1005440050) is a school or educational building (building class W9: educational building (subtype W9)), built around 1901, on a 17,375 sq ft lot zoned M1-6/R10. City tax records list the owner as NEW YORK UNIVERSITY; per ACRIS, a deed to this owner dated March 17, 2004 lists a price of $37,000,000. The Department of Finance's final market value for tax year 2027 is $34,898,000. As of October 31, 2026, NYC Open Data shows 28 DOB jobs with a permit issued but no sign-off and five OATH tickets with an unpaid balance. There were six 311 requests in the past 12 months and no HPD complaints since 2019. (Source: NYC Open Data — DOB, HPD, OATH, DOF, DCP and ACRIS datasets — compiled by NYC Property Facts.)

How to cite: NYC Property Facts, “16 Cooper Square, Manhattan, NY 10003 (BBL 1005440050)”, data as of 2026-10-31, https://nycpropertyfacts.com/ny/manhattan/16-cooper-square-1005440050. Source: NYC Open Data.

## Open items

| Item | Count |
|---|---|
| Open DOB jobs (permit issued, not signed off) | 28 |
| Active DOB violations | 0 |
| Active ECB violations | 0 |
| Open HPD violations | 0 |
| OATH tickets with unpaid balance | 5 |

## Lot & building

- Owner of record: NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
- Building class: W9 – Educational building (subtype W9)
- Year built: 1901
- Floors: 7
- Units: 0 residential / 2 total
- Lot area: 17,375 sq ft · Building area: 117,391 sq ft
- Zoning: M1-6/R10, M1-5/R9A, SNX
- Source: PLUTO (Dept. of City Planning) (https://data.cityofnewyork.us/d/64uk-42ks), data as of 2026-11-01

## Tax assessment

- Tax year 2027 (final roll): market value $34,898,000, assessed value $15,704,100, tax class 4
- Source: DOF Property Valuation and Assessment Data (https://data.cityofnewyork.us/d/8y4t-faws)

## Sales & deeds (ACRIS)

Deeds recorded with the City Register. amount 0 usually means a non-market transfer. lots_in_deed > 1 means the price covers several lots.

| Date | Status | Description | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004-03-17 | recorded (DEED) | DEED dated 2004-03-17 from COLONNADE COOPER SQUARE ASSOCIATES LLC to NEW YORK UNIVERSITY, stated price $37,000,000. | bnx9-e6tj |
| 2002-10-01 | recorded (DEED) | DEED dated 2002-10-01 from COOPER SQUARE ASSOCIATES LLC to COLONNADE COOPER SQUARE ASSOCIATES LLC, no price stated ($0). | bnx9-e6tj |
| 1997-11-07 | recorded (DEED) | DEED dated 1997-11-07 from OLD HERMES REALTY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP to COOPER SQUARE ASSOCIATES L L C, no price stated ($0). | bnx9-e6tj |
| 1994-09-05 | recorded (DEED) | DEED dated 1994-09-05 from NEW HERMES, INCORPORATED; OLD HERMES, INCORPORATED to OLD HERMES REALTY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, no price stated ($0). | bnx9-e6tj |
| 1981-12-07 | recorded (DEED) | DEED dated 1981-12-07 from NEW HERMES INC to NEW HERMES INC, no price stated ($0). | bnx9-e6tj |
| 1966-04-04 | recorded (DEED) | DEED dated 1966-04-04 from SCHIEFFELIN & CO to 16 26 COOPER SQUARERLTY, no price stated ($0). | bnx9-e6tj |

## Open DOB jobs and recent work permits

A DOB "job" is an application to do construction work. status "open" = a permit was issued but DOB has no record of final sign-off. Work permits are listed with type "work_permit" and their DOB permit status (they are not counted as open items).

| Date | Status | Description | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-10 | open (Permit Entire) | DOB NOW job filing M01427686-I1 (Alteration): Permit Entire — permit issued, no sign-off on record. | w9ak-ipjd |
| 2026-07-07 | open (Permit Entire) | DOB NOW job filing M01427111-I1 (Alteration): Permit Entire — permit issued, no sign-off on record. | w9ak-ipjd |
| 2026-06-10 | open (Permit Entire) | DOB NOW job filing M01356248-I1 (Alteration): Permit Entire — permit issued, no sign-off on record. | w9ak-ipjd |
| 2023-10-30 | open (Permit Entire) | DOB NOW job filing M00914219-I1 (Alteration): Permit Entire — permit issued, no sign-off on record. | w9ak-ipjd |
| 2023-10-30 | open (Permit Entire) | DOB NOW job filing M00911779-I1 (Alteration): Permit Entire — permit issued, no sign-off on record. | w9ak-ipjd |
| 2023-10-30 | open (Permit Entire) | DOB NOW job filing M00911779-S1 (Alteration): Permit Entire — permit issued, no sign-off on record. | w9ak-ipjd |
| 2022-09-23 | open (Permit Entire) | DOB NOW job filing M00782182-I1 (Alteration CO): Permit Entire — permit issued, no sign-off on record. | w9ak-ipjd |
| 2020-05-01 | open (Permit Entire) | DOB NOW job filing M00337689-I1 (Alteration): Permit Entire — permit issued, no sign-off on record. | w9ak-ipjd |
| 2007-05-14 | open (PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK) | BIS job 104764248 (A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)): PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK — permit issued, no sign-off on record. Application filed for interior renovation of storage space as indicated on plans submitted herewith. No change in use, occupancy or egress under this application. | ic3t-wcy2 |
| 2007-03-21 | open (PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK) | BIS job 104711732 (A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)): PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK — permit issued, no sign-off on record. INSATLLATION OF NEW FIRE ALARM DEVICES TO BE TIED INTO EXISTING BASE BUI LDING. FIRE ALARM SIGNAL SYSTEM AS SHOWON SUBMITTED RISER DIAGRAM. NO CHANGE IN USE, EGRESS OR OCCUPANCY. | ic3t-wcy2 |
| 2006-07-13 | open (PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK) | BIS job 104489135 (A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)): PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK — permit issued, no sign-off on record. This application is being filed for interior demolition and general construction as shown on the plans submitted herewith, in conjunction to Alt I application. No change is use, egress or occupancy. | ic3t-wcy2 |
| 2006-07-13 | open (PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK) | BIS job 104489126 (A1 – Major alteration (changes use, egress or occupancy)): PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK — permit issued, no sign-off on record. THIS NO WORK APPLICATION IS BEING FILED TO CHANGE THE USE ON THE 1ST,6TH AND 7TH FLOOR OF EXISTING BUILDING. ALL WORK TO BE DONE UNDER SEPARATE APPLICATIONS. | ic3t-wcy2 |
| 2003-12-24 | open (PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK) | BIS job 103675603 (A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)): PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK — permit issued, no sign-off on record. Propose to remove the existing 48" chimney and installing new 48" flue chimney. No change to use, egress or occupancy. | ic3t-wcy2 |
| 2003-06-30 | open (PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK) | BIS job 103496619 (A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)): PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK — permit issued, no sign-off on record. Replace and adjust exisiting heads as required to coordinate with new ceiling layout. No change to use, egress or occupancy. | ic3t-wcy2 |
| 2001-12-03 | open (PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK) | BIS job 103036821 (A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)): PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK — permit issued, no sign-off on record. RENOVATE AND ADD TOILET ROOMS ON 4TH AND 6TH FLOORS. PARTITIONS,FINISHES, PLUMBING,MINOR VENTILATION. NO CHANGE OF USE,EGRESS OR OCCUPANCY. | ic3t-wcy2 |
| 2000-06-23 | open (PERMIT ISSUED - PARTIAL JOB) | BIS job 102683384 (A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)): PERMIT ISSUED - PARTIAL JOB — permit issued, no sign-off on record. Construct handicapped bathroom on the 1st floor. No change to use, egress or occupancy. | ic3t-wcy2 |
| 1999-04-06 | open (PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK) | BIS job 102054214 (A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)): PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK — permit issued, no sign-off on record. MINOR PARTITION CHANGES. NO CHANGE OF USE,EGRESS OR OCCUPANCY. | ic3t-wcy2 |
| 1999-03-31 | open (PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK) | BIS job 102058176 (A1 – Major alteration (changes use, egress or occupancy)): PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK — permit issued, no sign-off on record. NO WORK TO BE DONE. CHANGE USE OF 3 AND 5 TO OFFICE USE. | ic3t-wcy2 |
| 1999-02-03 | open (PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK) | BIS job 101998590 (A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)): PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK — permit issued, no sign-off on record. Modification to existing Class E Fire Alarm signal system as shown. No change i n use, occupancy or egress, | ic3t-wcy2 |
| 1998-12-10 | open (PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK) | BIS job 101965991 (A2 – Alteration with multiple work types (no change to use/occupancy)): PERMIT ISSUED - ENTIRE JOB/WORK — permit issued, no sign-off on record. Install new sprinkler heads with associated piping as shown. No change in use, occupancy or egress. | ic3t-wcy2 |

Showing 20 of 247. Full list: https://nycpropertyfacts.com/api/v1/property/1005440050/permits

## Open violations (DOB, ECB, HPD)

status "open" = DOB violation category is ACTIVE, ECB violation status is ACTIVE, or HPD violation status is Open.

No records found.

## OATH tickets with unpaid balance or pending

status "open" = balance due > $0 after a decision (cases awaiting a hearing are "pending"). default=true means the respondent did not appear.

| Date | Status | Description | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-04 | open (DEFAULTED · DEFAULTED) | OATH ticket from Dep - Bureau Of Env. Complianc: IDLING OF MOTOR VEHICLE ENGINE MORE THAN THREE MINUTES 2ND OFF. Unpaid balance $1,650. Respondent defaulted (did not appear). | jz4z-kudi |
| 2024-01-02 | open (HEARING COMPLETED · IN VIOLATION) | OATH ticket from a city agency: charge not given. Unpaid balance $600. | jz4z-kudi |
| 2024-01-02 | open (HEARING COMPLETED · IN VIOLATION) | OATH ticket from a city agency: charge not given. Unpaid balance $600. | jz4z-kudi |
| 2023-10-12 | open (HEARING COMPLETED · IN VIOLATION) | OATH ticket from Fire Department Of Nyc: FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS:FAIL TO PREVENT UNNECESSARY UNWARRANTED ALARMS. Unpaid balance $1,875. | jz4z-kudi |
| 2023-09-14 | open (DEFAULTED · DEFAULTED) | OATH ticket from Dep - Bureau Of Env. Complianc: IDLING OF MOTOR VEHICLE ENGINE OVER 1MIN WHILE ADJACENT TO SCHOOL 1ST. Unpaid balance $1,300. Respondent defaulted (did not appear). | jz4z-kudi |
| 2026-04-30 | pending (ASSIGNED) | OATH ticket from Doh Mental Health: ITEMS NOT IN OR UNDER CART EXCEPT WASTE CONTAINER. Hearing pending. | jz4z-kudi |
| 2026-04-23 | pending (ASSIGNED) | OATH ticket from Doh Mental Health: NO PEST CONTROL SERVICE CONTRACT WITH COMMISSARY OR APPROVED FACILITY. Hearing pending. | jz4z-kudi |
| 2026-04-23 | pending (ASSIGNED) | OATH ticket from Doh Mental Health: EGGS NOT HELD AT AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 45 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT OR BELOW. Hearing pending. | jz4z-kudi |
| 2026-04-23 | pending (ASSIGNED) | OATH ticket from Doh Mental Health: HAND WASH FACILITY NOT PROVIDED WITH POTABLE RUNNING WATER. Hearing pending. | jz4z-kudi |
| 2026-04-23 | pending (ASSIGNED) | OATH ticket from Doh Mental Health: COLD TCS FOOD NOT HELD AT 41 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT OR BELOW. Hearing pending. | jz4z-kudi |
| 2026-04-23 | pending (ASSIGNED) | OATH ticket from Doh Mental Health: THERMOMETER NOT PROVIDED, PROPERLY CALIBRATED, OR ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. Hearing pending. | jz4z-kudi |

## Complaints (HPD since 2019, 311 last 12 months)

Complaints are reports, not violations. status mirrors the published complaint / request status.

| Date | Status | Description | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-17 | closed (Closed) | 311 request to NYPD: Encampment – N/A. | erm2-nwe9 |
| 2026-06-17 | closed (Closed) | 311 request to TLC: For Hire Vehicle Complaint – Driver Complaint - Non Passenger. | erm2-nwe9 |
| 2026-06-13 | closed (Closed) | 311 request to NYPD: Illegal Parking – Blocked Hydrant. | erm2-nwe9 |
| 2026-05-06 | open (In Progress) | 311 request to TLC: Taxi Complaint – Driver Complaint - Passenger. | erm2-nwe9 |
| 2026-05-05 | closed (Closed) | 311 request to NYPD: Noise - Street/Sidewalk – Loud Music/Party. | erm2-nwe9 |
| 2026-05-04 | closed (Closed) | 311 request to DOB: General Construction/Plumbing – Egress - Doors Locked/Blocked/Improper/No Secondary Means. | erm2-nwe9 |

## Owners & contacts

Owner of record comes from city tax records (PLUTO) and can lag behind recent sales.

| Date | Status | Description | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-24 | current | City tax records (PLUTO) list the owner as NEW YORK UNIVERSITY. | 64uk-42ks |
| 2004-03-17 | recorded | Grantee (buyer) on the most recent deed (DEED, 2004-03-17). | 636b-3b5g |

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