216 Avenue B, Manhattan, NY 10009

The four-story, three-unit tenement building at 216 Avenue B, owned by Michael Krasne and dating back to 1900, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in March 2025, there were multiple service requests related to water leaks, window/frame conditions, and mold problems, all classified under emergency or non-emergency categories, though HPD was unable to complete inspections for these complaints.

A pattern of plumbing-related issues is evident, with a substantial water supply complaint recorded in 2021 that also could not be inspected. While the building has maintained an excellent record regarding pest control, with no confirmed bedbug cases reported from 2019 through 2024, and regular passed rodent inspections throughout 2019-2025, the water-related issues present a significant concern. The Department of Buildings records from 2018-2023 show several work permits related to exterior work, including multiple permits issued in 2018-2019, though no violations were found during inspections of complaints regarding excessive debris and missing permits in 2018 and 2019.

The building's maintenance history shows a mix of addressed and unaddressed issues, with more recent complaints indicating ongoing maintenance challenges. Of particular note is the building's consistent pattern of HPD being unable to complete inspections for reported issues, as seen in the 2025 complaints and previous emergencies, suggesting potential access or communication challenges between tenants and inspectors. The property has maintained its official classification as an Old Law Tenement throughout its history.