245 East 13th Street, Manhattan, NY 10003

245 East 13th Street is a 6-story, 24-unit residential building located in the East Village, constructed in 1920 and currently owned by Thirteen Limited Partnership. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, with multiple complaints filed between January 17-30, 2025, all of which were building-wide and classified as emergencies. Similar heating problems were reported in January 2024, indicating a persistent infrastructure challenge.

The building underwent a Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) inspection in December 2023 that revealed multiple violations in Apartment 18, including issues with water leaks, lead-based paint hazards, and defective plastered surfaces, though all violations were certified as corrected by January 2024. More recently, a plumbing-related complaint was filed in June 2025, resulting in a partial stop work order. The property has maintained a good record regarding pest control, with no bedbug infestations reported in the past seven years (2018-2025), as confirmed by regular filings.

Rodent inspections have consistently passed from 2019 through 2025, demonstrating effective pest management. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to code compliance, with the most recent Department of Buildings inspection in June 2025 focusing on plumbing maintenance issues. While the recurring heat and hot water problems represent the most significant ongoing maintenance challenge, the building has generally demonstrated compliance with health and safety regulations regarding pest control and other housing maintenance codes.