165 9th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10011

165 9th Avenue is a historic 5-story building located in Chelsea, constructed in 1845 and currently owned by Harry Demott, containing 4 residential units. The property has experienced some concerning safety issues in recent years, particularly regarding a fire escape situation in 2019, for which an Environmental Control Board violation was recorded. This violation noted an operable lock on the cellar door at the rear yard and obstruction of the fire escape passageway, resulting in a $1,250 penalty that has since been resolved.

The building has also faced multiple safety-related complaints during 2019, including issues with debris, site conditions potentially endangering workers, and concerns over falling debris, though most of these were inspected and found to have no violations warranting further action. More recently, there is an active complaint from March 2025 regarding an unauthorized storefront sign or awning, though this remains under review as of the latest data. However, the property has demonstrated a strong record of pest management and general maintenance in recent years.

The building has consistently reported zero bedbug infestations over the past seven reporting periods from 2019 through 2024, and recent rodent inspections in October 2024 as well as previous inspections from 2018 and 2019 all passed without issues. The only other significant permitted work on record was a construction-related permit issued in 2020. While the building's age and history reveal some past safety concerns, the recent years' records show improved compliance with health and safety regulations, particularly regarding pest control protocols.