453 Hudson Street, Manhattan, NY 10014

The 7-unit, 4-story Old Law Tenement building at 453 Hudson Street in the West Village, owned by David Habif, has experienced several maintenance issues in recent years, particularly in 2024. Most notably, as of February 2024, there are multiple open violations affecting Apartment 6, including issues with water leaks (heavy flow), various problems with ceiling conditions (including paint/plaster issues and visible mold), and concerns about door self-closing mechanisms.

Earlier in 2024, the building faced multiple complaints requiring HPD intervention, including water leaks, paint/plaster issues, garbage/recycling storage concerns, and door problems. The building's recent history shows recurring moisture-related issues, with similar problems noted in 2022 (slow leak) and significant heat/hot water complaints in December 2019 affecting both the entire building and specific apartments. The property has undergone several inspections and faced various maintenance challenges over the years, including past rodent activity in 2022 and 2021, though recent inspections in 2023 and 2024 have passed without violations.

Notably, the building experienced a violation for failing to file a 2022 external low-pressure inspection in April 2023, which was later dismissed in March 2025. Bedbug reports over multiple years (2019-2025) indicate zero infested or re-infested units, suggesting effective pest management. While the building has had its share of maintenance issues, particularly regarding water and ceiling conditions, recent rodent inspections and bedbug reports show improved conditions in those areas.