37 West 19th Street, Manhattan, NY 10011

The 7-unit, 7-story building at 37 West 19th Street in Chelsea, built in 1902 and owned by Moses Berkovics, has experienced several notable incidents and maintenance issues in recent years. Most recently, in April 2024, there was an active violation related to electrical wiring in the basement, with a specific focus on new electrical build-outs for restaurant kitchen equipment. A significant FISP Cycle 9C filing violation was issued in February 2024.

The building has maintained a zero infestation rate for bedbugs across all reporting periods from 2019 through 2024, with no documented infestations or eradications. However, there are several open violations from 2022, including issues with a loose banister between the 2nd and 3rd floors, household items blocking public hall areas, and improper display of inspection certificates. The building's history includes a food poisoning complaint in 2022 and a vaccine mandate non-compliance issue in 2021, both of which were resolved. The property has shown some historical maintenance challenges, particularly in 2015 when there were documented water leak issues in Apartment 3's kitchen.

Multiple violations related to filing requirements for bedbug reports were issued in 2022-2024, though these appear to be primarily administrative in nature. The building has consistently passed rodent inspections in 2010, 2011, and 2012, suggesting minimal issues with pest control. Two Environmental Control Board violations remain active from 2021 and 2024, relating to building maintenance standards and unpermitted electrical work. Though many violations from previous years have been dismissed or closed, the building currently faces some unresolved issues that require attention, particularly regarding electrical safety and building maintenance compliance.