417 East 9th Street, Manhattan, NY 10009

The 22-unit, 5-story Old Law Tenement at 417 East 9th Street in the East Village, owned by Ramiel Benyehuda and built in 1920, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most concerning are the heat and hot water complaints from September 2023, which were closed due to lack of building access for inspection. These complaints were particularly notable as they were classified as emergencies.

Throughout 2023, the building faced various maintenance challenges, including multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions and pests (with violations issued in July 2023), door and window issues, flooring problems, and heating system concerns. A set of violations was issued in October 2023, requiring repairs and maintenance to multiple building systems, including water leakage at ceilings, roof repairs, and painting requirements in public areas. The building has a documented history of construction-related issues, with several complaints filed between 2021 and 2024 regarding unauthorized work and drainage problems.

In December 2022, there was an ECB violation related to construction debris and drainage issues, with a penalty imposed. More recently, there have been ongoing rodent control efforts, with multiple bait applications and inspections showing varying levels of rat activity between 2024 and 2025. Notably, the building has maintained a clean bedbug record over the past five filing periods, with no reported infestations between 2019 and 2025. While many of the earlier violations and complaints have been resolved, the building continues to face periodic maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heating systems and occasional pest issues, though recent inspections have shown improvement in overall building conditions.