170 8th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10011

The 8-unit, 5-story New Law Tenement at 170 8th Avenue in Chelsea, owned by Michael Rakosi, has been monitored for several key maintenance and safety issues since its 1910 construction. The building has experienced persistent concerns related to pest management, evidenced by a 2021 HPD investigation into unsanitary conditions involving pests, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify the reported conditions. The property has maintained compliance with annual bedbug reporting requirements from 2021 through December 2024, consistently reporting zero infested units during these periods.

Regular inspections have shown appropriate attention to pest control measures, with rodent inspections passing consistently since at least 2010, with the most recent inspection in October 2024 also passing. The building's record shows several instances of regulatory violations and maintenance issues, particularly in 2018-2019. These included multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations requiring improved safety signage in the lobby, such as carbon monoxide detector requirements, emergency contact information, and inspection certificate postings.

There were also specific maintenance issues addressed, such as door repairs in 2R, staircase safety improvements, and boiler room door refitting. While some violations were marked as "Close," indicating they were addressed, others remained "Open" at the time of inspection, though subsequent filings suggest they were ultimately resolved. The most recent building inspection history suggests improved maintenance compliance, with no recent violations recorded since 2021, though initial complaint about unsanitary conditions in 2021 was notably impactful given the building's age and potential vulnerability to maintenance issues.