535 East 5th Street, Manhattan, NY 10009
535 East 5th Street is a 6-story, 30-unit residential building constructed in 2000, currently owned by Richard Ramirez. The building has experienced recurring issues with its heating and hot water systems, most notably in recent months with multiple emergency heat/hot water complaints in April and May 2025. These complaints were generally resolved promptly, though they suggest ongoing maintenance challenges.
A ventilation system complaint from March 2025 remains open as of the latest data. The building underwent significant heating system issues in May 2023, with multiple violations issued regarding inadequate hot water supply and heating system access. More recent violations from 2024-2025 include an active hazardous fumes citation regarding the boiler (with a $1,250 penalty) and a violation for failure to display energy efficiency scores. The property has maintained a clean record regarding pest control, with zero reported bedbug infestations since 2019.
However, recent rodent inspections in 2025 indicate rat activity, though the building passed previous inspections in 2024 and 2023. The building has also had various maintenance issues documented between 2020-2023, including plumbing concerns and internal repairs required in apartment 6F (roof leaks, painting, and hot water issues). Historical complaints about illegal hotel rooms and a 2020 garbage storage issue were recorded, though these appear to have been resolved. Regular bedbug reporting since 2019 shows no indications of infestations, and rodent control efforts have been documented through multiple bait applications in 2023.
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Building Characteristics
| Total units | 30 | 
|---|---|
| Year built | 2000 | 
| Total area | 36330 sq ft | 
| Floors | 6 | 
| Tax Abatements | None | 
| Building Class | HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A | 

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- 535 East 5th St, New York, NY 10009
- 537 East 5th St, New York, NY 10009
- 539 East 5th St, New York, NY 10009
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