96 Orchard Street, Manhattan, NY 10002

The 5-story, 18-unit New Law Tenement building at 96 Orchard Street, managed by Amir Chaluts and constructed in 1920, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past few years, particularly in 2021. During September 2021, multiple complaints were filed regarding various problems, including mold, water leaks, roofing issues, and problems with paint/plaster on walls and ceilings across different stories. These led to several Housing Maintenance Code violations, particularly concerning unsafe electrical wiring with exposed wires in public hallways.

Though these violations were eventually certified as corrected, they indicate a period of maintenance challenges for the building. More recent history shows a mix of issues, including a heat/hot water complaint in January 2023 and a rodent/insect/garbage complaint in April 2023 that was addressed by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The building has maintained an active rodent control program, with inspections through 2025 showing a mix of both rat activity and compliance passes.

Interestingly, the building has maintained a consistent record of no bedbug infestations, with all annual reports from 2019 through 2024 showing zero infested units. The property has undergone regular inspections, most recently showing compliance with rodent control requirements as of June 2025. While there have been various maintenance issues over the years, particularly in 2021, the building appears to have addressed many of the initial violations, and recent inspections have generally shown improved conditions. However, there remains some ongoing monitoring needed for rodent activity, as evidenced by the mixed results in inspections from 2022-2025.