371 West Street, Manhattan, NY 10014

371 West Street is a 5-story, 184-unit residential building constructed in 1960 and currently owned by WVH Housing Corporation. The building has experienced recurring heating system issues, with multiple tenant complaints about inadequate heat and hot water in early 2025, following similar problems in January 2024 that affected the entire building. There were also several heating-related complaints and violations documented in 2023.

The property has had various maintenance concerns, including plumbing problems with radiators, as evidenced by both 311 complaints and Housing Maintenance Code Violations. An inspection in January 2024 revealed a defective fire door hinge issue requiring repair, and the building has been subject to multiple environmental violations related to construction work, including unauthorized installation of new HVAC systems and lighting modifications in 2023. The building's primary maintenance challenges have centered around heating systems, plumbing, and indoor air quality.

There have been recent rodent control efforts documented in 2024, with some rat activity observed. The building's history includes several compliance-related issues, such as the need to file annual bedbug reports, though recent filings indicate no infestations. WVH Housing Corporation has faced penalties for various violations, including those related to tenant safety requirements and unauthorized construction work, though many violations from previous years have been resolved. The property has undergone multiple permit applications for various modifications and repairs, with some permits issued for work in 2019-2020.