28 Howard Street, Manhattan

Commercial · built c. 1872 · Block 233, Lot 33.

Building permits

Alteration, filed Jun 2, 2026, estimated cost $14K, described as “New 5'-0" x 13'-6" opening in the exist. Party wall between 1 and 5 crosby st. (see M01408436-I1) on ground floor. Egress/use established under alt-1 123809575 (5 crosby) and 102954233 (1 crosby) applications. No change in use, occupancy…”
Alteration, filed May 8, 2025, estimated cost $33K, described as “5th floor renovation to "white box" status. Minor plumbing work to be filed subsequently.”
Alteration, filed Jun 28, 2021, estimated cost $45K, described as “Mechanical work as shown on plans in conjunction with DOBNOW GC job # M00451827-P1.”
Alteration, filed Jun 9, 2021, estimated cost $3K, described as “Installation of dunnage on roof as shown on plans in conjunction with DOBNOW GC job # M00451827-P1.”
Alteration, filed Mar 12, 2021, estimated cost $17K, described as “Cap existing gas pipe. Replace (1) existing toilet and (1) existing lavatory. Install (1) new kitchen sink and (1) new dishwasher.”
Alteration, filed Feb 11, 2021, estimated cost $42K, described as “Installation of non-load bearing minor partitions. No change in use, egress or occupancy.”

M1-5/R7X: floor area ratio 5.06 built, above the 5.00 base zoning allows, which bonuses, transfers or older rules can permit.

Current FEMA flood map: zone X, minimal flood hazard.

Open-market sales since 2016, from the Department of Finance’s sales files.

Part of SoHo-Cast Iron Historic District Extension (Historic District). 7 Landmarks Preservation Commission permits are on file.

SoHo/NoHo (City Planning 2018M0375): Zoning map change, Zoning text change, Completed, decided Aug 25, 2022. SoHo/NoHo Neighborhood Plan seeks to strengthen SoHo and NoHo as mixed-use neighborhoods and promote equity. The proposal will expand housing opportunities for New Yorkers, reduce burdens for residents and businesses, and support continued…