47 Morton Street, Manhattan, NY 10014

The 7-story, 29-unit Old Law Tenement building at 47 Morton Street in the West Village, owned by 47-49 Morton Street Corp, has experienced several significant issues over recent years, with particular attention needed regarding rodent control and building maintenance. Most recently in July 2023, there were complaints regarding unsanitary conditions related to garbage/recycling storage, though no violations were found upon inspection. The building has faced persistent rodent issues, with multiple bait application inspections conducted between November 2023 and July 2024, and a rat sighting complaint reported to the Department of Health in December 2022 that remains open.

In 2020, tenants experienced a building-wide heat and hot water outage that was resolved within a few days. The property has experienced various maintenance and safety concerns, including a violation in 2020 regarding an air conditioner unit obstructing a fire escape, which was subsequently addressed. Between 2019-2022, several Environmental Control Board violations were issued, primarily related to construction work and debris management, including issues with exterior building walls and improper construction storage.

However, these violations were generally resolved through proper remediation. Notably, the building's bedbug reports from 2018-2024 show zero infestations or related issues, indicating effective pest management in that regard. Recent construction activity appears to be ongoing, with multiple permits issued between 2020-2023, suggesting regular maintenance and improvements to the building's infrastructure. While the building has faced various challenges over the years, recent inspections indicate compliance with rodent control measures, though the persistence of garbage-related complaints suggests ongoing attention to building maintenance requirements.