138 Nassau Street, Manhattan, NY 10038
The 15-story commercial building at 138 Nassau Street in the Financial District, owned by Alan Dichter, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety concerns in recent years. Most notably, in 2023, there were multiple complaints regarding building shaking and structural stability issues, along with recurring reports of defective/exposed electrical wiring between 2021-2023, some of which were referred to the Department of Transportation for investigation. An active violation was issued in May 2023 regarding disrepair conditions in apartment 8B, specifically citing issues with wood flooring and wall cracks, for which a $500 penalty has been imposed.
The building has a documented history of rodent activity, with recent inspections in 2025 confirming rat presence, contrasting with several "passed" inspections from 2011-2018. While the building has maintained an active record of work permits being issued for various electrical and plumbing projects between 2018 and 2021, including multiple electrical work permits and one for illegal demolition, the persistence of structural and wiring complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The property has demonstrated good pest control management regarding bedbugs, with no infestations reported in any of the eight consecutive annual filings between 2019 and 2024.
A 2020 tenant safety inspection resulted in a stop work order, although this was fully rescinded. The building's recent history also includes some light-related disturbances and parking lot issues, though these were generally resolved promptly. While the building's age (constructed in 1880) may contribute to some of the maintenance challenges, the pattern of electrical wiring complaints and structural stability concerns over recent years warrants attention. The property has generally complied with bedbug reporting requirements and shows consistent permit activity for necessary maintenance work, though the nature of some complaints suggests ongoing infrastructure challenges.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 39 |
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Year built | 1880 |
Total area | 79422 sq ft |
Floors | 15 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | COMMERCIAL ALTERED CLASS A |

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- 10 Beekman St, New York, NY 10038
- 12 Beekman St, New York, NY 10038
- 138 Nassau St, New York, NY 10038
- 140 Nassau St, New York, NY 10038
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