89 Avenue A, Manhattan, NY 10009
The 6-story, 26-unit building at 89 Avenue A in the East Village, owned by Philip Grossman, has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues over the past two years, with multiple emergency complaints logged between October 2024 and April 2025. Most recently, in April 2025, there are two open complaints regarding wall paint/plaster conditions. The building has a pattern of heating system problems, with at least eight complaints between October 2024 and March 2025, though some have been resolved after inspection or tenant confirmation.
The property underwent several maintenance violations, including a 2024 violation relating to a defective self-closing door at the 6th-story bulkhead and insufficient hot water in a specific apartment (6B). The building's maintenance history shows attention to various issues, with most violations being closed after correction. There were also some concerning incidents in 2023-2024, including a bedbug-free status reported for multiple years (2019-2025) and a failed rodent inspection in September 2024.
Department of Buildings records show inspections for various complaints, including elevator and ventilation issues, though most inspections found no violations. A potential energy efficiency violation for not displaying scores was recorded in 2021, which remains active. The property has maintained a pest-free record in recent years, with zero bedbug infestations reported in the last five annual filings. Regular rodent inspections in 2021-2025 have generally passed, though there was one failed inspection noted in September 2024.
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Building Characteristics
| Total units | 26 |
|---|---|
| Year built | 1900 |
| Total area | 25073 sq ft |
| Floors | 6 |
| Tax Abatements | None |
| Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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