128 1st Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10009

The 5-story, 8-unit tenement building at 128 First Avenue in the East Village has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues over the past several years, with at least 11 documented complaints between 2022 and 2024, including an emergency complaint in October 2024 that was closed without apartment access verification. The building has also faced various maintenance challenges, including water leak and ceiling issues reported in May 2024, as well as rodent and insect problems in late 2023 that were reportedly addressed, though not through formal violations.

A significant cluster of building-wide heat and water issues was documented in early 2022, with multiple complaints and emergency responses. The property has undergone several renovation projects, particularly in 2018-2019, which generated some violations including unauthorized electrical work in Apartment 3 and construction work not conforming to approved documents. The building's safety systems have been a focus, with violations related to fire escape access and fire-rated materials, though many of these have been resolved.

Regular inspections for pest control, including bedbug reporting, have shown consistent compliance with no infestations recorded since 2019. Recent rodent inspections have passed, indicating improved conditions in this regard. While the building has an established history of maintenance issues, particularly regarding heat and water systems, it has generally responded to most violations and complaints, with many being promptly addressed even if not all inspections could be completed due to access issues.