43 Orchard Street, Manhattan, NY 10002

43 Orchard Street is a 7-story, 13-unit mixed-use building in Chinatown, constructed in 1900 and currently owned by James Demetriou. The building has experienced recurring water-related issues, with multiple complaints between 2023 and 2025 regarding slow leaks, heavy flow leaks, and damp spots, including recent violations issued in March 2025 that remain open. These water issues have been associated with mold problems, with multiple unsanitary condition complaints filed in 2025, though HPD inspections determined not all conditions violated housing laws.

The building has an active violation history, particularly affecting Apartment 7B, with open violations from May 2024 related to broken plaster surfaces and water leaks in both the apartment and hallway ceilings. The property has faced ongoing maintenance challenges, including elevator service issues, with violations recorded in 2018 and 2021 regarding single-device operation without alternate service. A significant maintenance inspection in 2018 revealed various administrative violations including improper postings related to heating system access and bedbug reporting requirements, though these were later resolved.

The building's rodent inspection history shows generally passing results, with one instance of rat activity noted in March 2023. Bedbug reporting records indicate minimal infestations, with two units affected in the 2022-2023 reporting period, though no units reported for the following period. While the building has had multiple housing code violations and service complaints, inspections show some have been properly addressed, though as of now, several water-related issues remain unresolved.