10 Morton Street, Manhattan, NY 10014

The six-story, 32-unit tenement building at 10 Morton Street in the West Village, built in 1907 and currently owned by Wally Borrero, has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues throughout its recent history, with three documented emergencies in 2024 alone (December 4 and 6), and one in 2023 (April 15). The building faced several maintenance challenges in 2022, including unsanitary conditions (pests) and flooring issues, though inspections were unable to gain access to investigate. There were two significant construction-related incidents: in 2022, the building received an Environmental Control Board violation for unlawfully continuing work despite a stop work order, resulting in a $5,000 penalty for brick work completed at the first floor level, and another violation for failure to maintain the fire escape between the 3rd and 4th floors.

While the building had documented bedbug infestations in 2018-2019, recent annual reports (2020-2024) show no active infestations. The property has maintained good rodent control, passing multiple inspections between 2016 and 2024, with bait applications in 2017 and consistent passing results thereafter. The building's electrical system faced challenges in early 2021 with two power outage complaints, though inspections found no violations.

Multiple service requests regarding various issues were logged through the 311 system, with varying degrees of access issues for inspectors. The property shows an active maintenance history with several permits issued between 2020-2021 for plumbing and electrical work (Job #120102780), and the Department of Buildings has conducted regular inspections, passing the most recent rodent inspections in 2023 and 2024. While the building has had its share of maintenance and compliance issues, recent years show improvements in pest management and rodent control, though the recurring heating system problems remain a notable concern.