204 9th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10011

The 6-story, 8-unit tenement building at 204 9th Avenue in Chelsea, owned by Frank Brusco, has experienced several significant maintenance and compliance issues between 2018 and 2025. Most recently, there is an active Department of Health complaint from July 2024 regarding construction lead dust in common areas, and multiple complaints about illegal after-hours work and construction violations in 2024, including two active Environmental Control Board violations related to safety measures and unpermitted work, with significant penalties totaling $8,780.

The building has faced recurring issues with building systems, including emergency sewage problems, heat/hot water issues, and water supply concerns in 2022-2023. While the building has maintained a zero-record of bedbug infestations since 2021 and successfully passed rodent inspections in 2024, there have been multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations requiring attention to fire safety, including obstructed fire escapes and defective egress systems, particularly noted in violations from 2018 and 2019. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of addressing emergency situations, such as sewage and heat issues, though some problems have recurred, particularly during construction periods.

Historical complaints from 2018-2019 indicated various maintenance issues in Apartment 2R, including problems with flooring, plumbing fixtures, and safety requirements. The property has been subject to multiple inspections and has generally shown compliance with basic health and safety requirements, though recent construction-related violations suggest ongoing concerns about work management and building safety protocols. The current active lead dust complaint and recent construction violations indicate potential ongoing maintenance and safety challenges, particularly during periods of active construction work.