338 8th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10001

The 12-unit, 3-story building at 338 8th Avenue in Chelsea, owned by Tomas Aponte, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been multiple water-related complaints in 2024, including reports of damp spots and slow leaks, though no violations were found upon inspection. The property has also faced challenges with mold, as evidenced by unsanitary condition complaints in both October 2023 and January 2024, with the January complaint classified as emergency-level.

Temperature control has been a concern, with heat and hot water complaints registered in 2023 and 2022, though inspections were unable to verify the reported conditions in 2023. The building's indoor air quality was another noted issue in early 2024, prompting a Department of Health advisory, and there was one isolated food poisoning incident reported in June 2023. Despite these concerns, the building has maintained a good record in terms of pest control, with the most recent bedbug report (for 2023-2024) showing zero infested units, and previous annual reports since 2018 showing consistent zero infestation rates.

The building has passed all rodent inspections conducted between 2010 and 2012. A single complaint regarding work without a permit in June 2023 was investigated and found to have no warranted violations. While there have been multiple service requests and complaints, it's notable that many were resolved without violations being issued, though some indicate persistent issues that may affect resident comfort and habitability.