531 East 13th Street, Manhattan, NY 10009

The 12-unit East Village building at 531 East 13th Street, owned by Ira Werenteil, is a 4-story old law tenement constructed in 1900. The property has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, with emergency complaints registered for the entire building in both 2022 and 2024, though in both instances, inspectors were unable to gain access to apartments for verification.

The most recent concern is a slow water leak reported in June 2025, which remains open with HPD. A significant mechanical issue was documented in March 2021, when the boiler was found to be defective and an ECB violation was issued regarding multiple boiler and flue-related problems, though this was resolved with a penalty of $312. The building's maintenance record shows consistent attention to pest control, with no documented bedbug infestations over the past six reporting periods from 2019 to 2024, all showing zero infested or re-infested units.

Rodent inspections have generally been positive, with the most recent inspections in 2024 and 2025 passing, though a rat activity report was filed in October 2024. A bedbug reporting violation was noted in April 2024 regarding the late filing of the annual report, though this appears to be an administrative issue rather than indicative of an infestation. The property has maintained basic compliance with regular inspections and reporting, though the persistent water and heat issues suggest ongoing maintenance challenges.