429 Broome Street, Manhattan, NY 10013

429 Broome Street is a 5-story, 4-unit mixed-use building constructed in 1859 and currently owned by Hung Thanh Inc. The building has experienced several significant issues related to resident safety and building maintenance in recent years. Most notably, there were serious concerns about building egress in late 2022, with multiple complaints about blocked exit pathways.

In 2021, there was a building vibration complaint suggesting potential structural concerns. Between 2020-2025, the property faced operational challenges including reports of illegal hotel rooms, unauthorized construction work, and issues with advertising signage. Multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations were recorded, particularly regarding bedbug reporting requirements which accumulated violations from 2019 through 2023, though the most recent April 2025 report indicated no infested units during the previous year. The building has had recurring issues with waste management and sanitation, with multiple 311 complaints and HPD violations regarding garbage storage and rodent control.

While the most recent rodent inspections from August 2024 and previous years have passed, there were failures in 2022 and 2023 inspections that required follow-up actions. The property has undergone routine inspections and maintenance work, including elevator repairs and various building systems maintenance. Recent complaints in 2025 include concerns about exterior lighting and special operations compliance, though these appear to be under review or investigation. The building's ownership has generally addressed violations when cited, as evidenced by various "closed" statuses on most historical violations, though there are some active and recently closed complaints that suggest ongoing monitoring by regulatory agencies.