219 Madison Street, Manhattan, NY 10002
The 5-story, 20-unit tenement building at 219 Madison Street in the Lower East Side, owned by Danny Guo, has experienced significant maintenance challenges in recent months. As of June 2025, there are numerous open complaints filed with the HPD, including issues with doors/windows, plumbing fixtures (bathtub/shower and sink), unsanitary pest conditions, and an appliance problem involving the electric/gas range. The building's recent history shows recurring pest issues, with multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions related to pests since June 2025, and a documented mouse infestation in Apartment 5 from December 2024.
Maintenance violations from previous years show patterns of inadequate responses to basic building upkeep, including problems with heating system access, hot water supply, and stairway maintenance. The property has undergone several inspections and faced various violations over the past few years. Notable issues include a fire safety violation regarding obstructed egress through a window at Apartment 5 (with a $1,250 penalty imposed in November 2024), and several open violations from 2021-2022 related to painting requirements and fire retardant material repairs in public areas. The building has been subject to multiple investigations for illegal conversions, though inspectors were unable to gain access during three separate attempts between 2021-2024.
While the bedbug reporting shows no documented infestations from 2019 to present, the building has experienced periodic rodent activity, with recent inspections in 2024-2025 indicating persistent rat activity, as evidenced by failed rodent inspections. The extensive list of open complaints and violations, including multiple emergency plumbing issues and door/window problems, suggests ongoing maintenance challenges requiring attention. The building's historical data shows a pattern of maintenance issues, particularly in common areas and regarding basic building systems such as plumbing and heating. While some violations have been resolved, including those from a December 2024 inspection (mouse infestation and heating system access issues), numerous new complaints have emerged in 2025, indicating continuing resident concerns about building conditions.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 20 |
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Year built | 1920 |
Total area | 10231 sq ft |
Floors | 5 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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