147 Orchard Street, Manhattan, NY 10002

The six-story, 15-unit Old Law Tenement at 147 Orchard Street, currently owned by Diamont Verjoni, has faced several significant maintenance challenges in recent months, particularly regarding heat and water systems. In January 2025 alone, there were multiple emergency complaints and maintenance code violations, including issues with heat and hot water (both in apartments and building-wide), mold problems, water leaks, flooring concerns, wall conditions, and garbage/recycling storage issues. Some of these complaints remain open as of January 2025, including issues with unsanitary conditions, water leaks, and flooring problems.

The building has experienced recurring heat system problems, with multiple heat/hot water complaints filed in late 2024 and early 2025, though some have been resolved. The property has a history of various code violations and inspections, including a notable cluster of violations in April 2023 related to fire escape obstructions and inadequate lighting, which were subsequently corrected. Three complaints about illegal hotel rooms and one about work without a permit were filed between 2023-2024, though inspectors were unable to gain access in all cases.

Recent inspections indicate an active approach to pest management, with one bedbug infestation reported in late 2024 that was reportedly eradicated. Importantly, the building has consistently passed rodent inspections from 2019 through 2025, suggesting effective pest control in this regard. The most recent inspection records show some positive indicators, with certain deficiencies being addressed, as evidenced by the closure of various violations. However, the persistence of multiple open complaints as of early 2025 raises ongoing concerns about maintenance responsiveness.