416 East 9th Street, Manhattan, NY 10009

The 24-unit, 5-story Old Law Tenement building at 416 East 9th Street in the East Village, owned by Michael Sloane, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past several years. Most notably, there have been recurring problems with heat and hot water supply, with emergency complaints recorded in both 2024 and 2025 for the entire building. The building has also faced challenges with plumbing systems, evidenced by multiple water supply issues in 2024. A concerning pattern of pest-related complaints has emerged, including an unsanitary condition citation for pests in late 2024 (with violations issued) and rat sightings recorded in 2023-2025.

Current violations of particular concern include an open violation from 2024 in Apartment 19 regarding scalding hot water exceeding 130 degrees and issues with self-closing doors. The building's maintenance history includes multiple emergency heating complaints in 2021 and 2024, as well as various code violations related to safety and maintenance, such as obstructed fire escapes, improper signage, and maintenance deficiencies in public areas. Rat activity remains a persistent issue, with multiple bait applications and inspections indicating continued infestation problems throughout 2024-2025, despite some successful compliance inspections. Additionally, there are several active Department of Buildings violations regarding failure to file required inspections between 2019 and 2023, with significant penalties associated with these infractions.

The building has undergone multiple rodent control efforts in recent months, with inspections showing consistent rat activity despite bait applications and some passing compliance inspections. The rodent control program continued through mid-2025, indicating an ongoing pest management challenge. While the building's owners have addressed some violations and complaints through inspections and treatments, the recurring nature of heating, water supply, and pest-related issues suggests persistent maintenance challenges. The property has also faced scrutiny regarding potential illegal conversions and unauthorized hotel rooms, with complaints investigated in 2019, 2021, and 2022, though these were ultimately dismissed or resulted in violations with orders to correct. The building's age (constructed in 1900) and its classification as an Old Law Tenement are factors to consider in evaluating its maintenance history.