26 Grove Street, Manhattan, NY 10014

26 Grove Street is a 6-story, 43-unit New Law Tenement building located in the West Village and owned by Jane Goldman. The building, constructed in 1927, has experienced various maintenance and safety issues over the past several years, with the most recent significant incident being a water leak with heavy flow reported in July 2023, which was ultimately inspected by HPD with no violations found. The building has faced recurring safety equipment concerns, particularly in 2019 and 2023, with violations related to smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, as well as door issues in apartment 3F.

There was also a cluster of pest-related complaints in 2019, including multiple reports of rodent sightings and unsanitary conditions, though subsequent inspections either found no violations or were unable to gain access. The property has maintained generally good compliance with rodent inspections, consistently passing inspections from 2019 through 2025. Bedbug reports show sporadic issues, with one infested unit reported in 2023-2024, though this was resolved according to records.

In 2025, there were multiple complaints about falling debris, though inspections typically resulted in "No Violation Warranted" findings. The building has undergone various safety-related repairs and improvements, including addressing elevator maintenance issues in 2018 and completing multiple emergency repairs related to doors and safety systems between 2018-2023. While the building has faced its share of maintenance challenges, most issues have been addressed through regular inspections and repairs, with current records indicating active management of safety systems and compliance with housing regulations.