525 East 11th Street, Manhattan, NY 10009

The 26-unit, 8-story building at 525 East 11th Street in the East Village, owned by Omer Palijevic and constructed in 1965, has undergone several significant events over recent years. Most notably, there have been recurring issues with exterior wall maintenance compliance, with active violations related to the failure to submit required Critical Examination Reports (FISP Cycle 8A and 9A) and Benchmarking Reports of Energy Use dating back to 2018-2019, resulting in fines totaling $2,500. The building experienced a heat and hot water emergency complaint in February 2024 affecting the entire building, though inspectors could not gain access to verify the conditions.

While there have been three recorded rat sightings (2021 and 2024), regular rodent inspections through 2025 have consistently shown passing results. The building received three Housing Maintenance Code violations in February 2024 regarding missing inspection certificates and required signage, though these were certified as corrected by April 2024. The property has maintained a clean record with no bedbug infestations reported in the past eight years, as evidenced by annual filings showing zero affected units.

Several permits for various work (including plumbing and electrical) have been issued between 2018-2021, indicating regular maintenance and improvements to building systems. A construction-related complaint was filed in January 2022 regarding work beyond approved plans, but this was dismissed upon inspection. While the building has had its share of compliance issues, particularly regarding exterior maintenance and building systems, the regular passing results of monthly rodent inspections and the absence of bedbug infestations suggest generally stable living conditions.