81 Madison Street, Manhattan, NY 10002

81 Madison Street, a 5-story, 20-unit old law tenement built in 1900 in the Two Bridges neighborhood and currently owned by Thomas Yu, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues in recent years, particularly regarding heating and indoor air quality. Most notably, from December 2024 through April 2025, there were multiple complaints and violations related to both heat/hot water and indoor air quality, with the building experiencing repeated issues with chemical vapors and odors requiring DOHMH interventions. The building's heating system appears to have been problematic, with multiple emergency heat/hot water complaints filed through 2024-2025, though some were resolved during inspections.

Apartment 1A has documented housing maintenance code violations, including issues with roach infestation, hot water temperatures exceeding 130 degrees, and multiple window-related problems. The property has undergone regular rodent inspections, with most recent results showing compliance, though there have been intermittent rat activity reports. Bedbug reports from 2020 through 2024 indicate generally successful eradication efforts, with no active infestations reported in the past three filing periods.

The building's maintenance history shows attention to various issues, with some permits issued in 2019 for plumbing work. Recent complaints also highlight concerns with chemical odors, heat, and various repairs needed throughout the building, suggesting ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance response times. While the building's records show some improvements and timely responses to various complaints, the recurring nature of certain issues, particularly heating and air quality, indicates these remain areas requiring attention.