535 East 13th Street, Manhattan, NY 10009

The 12-unit, 5-story building at 535 East 13th Street in the East Village, owned by Theresa Rivera, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past few years. Most recently, in December 2022, emergency complaints were filed regarding smoke detector safety, unsanitary sewage conditions, and water leaks, all of which were investigated by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) but resulted in no violations. Housing Maintenance Code violations in 2021 primarily affected apartments 2A and 4B, with issues including a loose toilet connection, defective ceiling light fixture, and missing smoke detector in 4B, though these have since been resolved.

Earlier violations from 2019 noted problems with garbage storage, door frames, and various maintenance issues, all of which were subsequently addressed. The building's infrastructure and safety systems have undergone various inspections and repairs, with particular attention to maintaining rodent control. While there were some rodent activity reports in 2024, recent inspections in 2025 show compliance.

Importantly, the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with no reported cases in the most recent filings spanning from 2019 through 2025, and all bedbug reports indicating zero infested units. The property has passed multiple inspections for rodent activity and bedbug reporting, suggesting regular monitoring of pest control measures. The most recent rodent inspection in April 2025 and the consistent reporting of zero bedbug infestations indicate improved conditions, though the building has experienced recurring maintenance issues as evidenced by the repeated need for repairs documented in HPD and Department of Buildings records.