162 2nd Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003

162 2nd Avenue is a 16-story, 159-unit residential building located in the East Village, constructed in 1929 and currently owned by Atmi Kurtishi. The building has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water systems, particularly evident in late 2024 when multiple complaints were filed and inspectors were unable to gain access for verification. More recently, in March 2025, there was a report of mold issues that also could not be inspected properly.

The property underwent a significant inspection in July 2024, revealing multiple violations in apartment 14D, including inoperable smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, water damage, and various maintenance issues, though these were subsequently certified as corrected in July 2024. Earlier in 2024, there were documented problems with water leaks and mold, resulting in at least one violation being issued. The building has maintained consistent rodent control measures, passing inspections regularly since 2019, and has shown a clean record in terms of bedbug infestation, with no reported cases since 2019.

Multiple emergency and non-emergency complaints have been filed over the past few years, particularly focusing on unsanitary conditions and water-related issues. Violation records from the Department of Buildings show a pattern of negligent compliance, particularly in 2021-2022, regarding work permits and posted violation notices. Current records indicate active compliance requirements under Local Law 188/17, though previous violations related to work without permits and tampering with posted orders have been resolved, with penalties ranging between $2,500-$6,250 during 2021-2022. While numerous repairs and maintenance issues have been documented, all recent bedbug and rodent inspections have been passed successfully.