145 1st Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003

145 1st Avenue is a 5-story, 8-unit residential building constructed in 1900 and currently owned by Manouchehr Ashourzadeh. The East Village property has experienced recurring issues with heating and hot water systems, with documented emergencies in 2019, 2022, and 2023 affecting either the entire building or specific units. Plumbing problems have also been persistent, as evidenced by recent complaints in 2024 and past issues including a heavy water leak in 2022.

The building has undergone regular rodent inspections since 2021, consistently passing all evaluations, and has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with zero reported cases in recent years. Health department inspections have addressed various food safety concerns, including two incidents of "Bare Hands in Contact with Food" in 2022 and 2023, and a food poisoning complaint in December 2024 that was deemed isolated. The property faced significant electrical safety concerns in 2019, resulting in three Environmental Control Board violations related to unapproved equipment, improper grounding, and electrical work without permits, though these were subsequently resolved.

The building has maintained regular compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, with no confirmed infestations since 2020. Recent service requests have included a food poisoning complaint in 2024 and a bathtub/shower plumbing issue in late 2024. The building's infrastructure and maintenance history suggest ongoing challenges with building systems, particularly regarding water and heating, while also demonstrating responsible management of pest control and food safety compliance. The most recent rodent inspection in May 2025 continues to show compliance with health and safety standards.