228 West 18th Street, Manhattan, NY 10011
228 West 18th Street is a 5-story, 22-unit Old Law Tenement building in Chelsea, constructed in 1915 and currently owned by 228 W 18th Partners LLC. The building has recently experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water systems, with three emergencies reported between January 2023 and June 2025, including a notable incident in June 2025 when heat and hot water were reportedly restored during an inspection. The property has faced significant rodent-related challenges in 2025, with multiple complaints and inspections revealing rat activity between January and July 2025, prompting regular baiting treatments and inspections.
Health Department investigations in April 2025 identified concerns with food establishment conditions related to rodents, insects, and garbage. Historical records show persistent maintenance issues, including multiple failures to provide access for inspections between 2020 and 2025 regarding boiler and plumbing systems. The building has an open unsanitary condition complaint from March 2025 related to garbage/recycling storage, and previous violations were documented in 2022 concerning improper garbage bin placement and inspection certificate display requirements.
Despite these challenges, the building's bedbug reporting history from 2018 to 2025 shows no documented infestations or eradication efforts required during this period. The property received several Housing Maintenance Code violations in 1996 related to ceiling repairs and exposed wiring in the cellar, though these were subsequently addressed and closed. A permit for elevator work was issued in December 2019, indicating some investment in building infrastructure.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 22 |
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Year built | 1915 |
Total area | 14220 sq ft |
Floors | 5 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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