203 East 33rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10016
The 5-story, 20-unit Old Law Tenement building at 203 East 33rd Street in Kips Bay, owned by 33rd Street Investor II LLC, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past few years, with the most recent concerns centering around heat/hot water availability and rodent activity. In 2024-2025 alone, there were multiple heat/hot water complaints, including a building-wide issue in December 2024 that resulted in HPD violations, and a rodent-related health violation in April 2025 requiring follow-up inspections. The building has a documented history of plumbing and water-related problems, with several emergency complaints recorded in 2023-2024 concerning leaks, damp spots, and mold.
Significant violations were noted in 2024 regarding Apartment 4's illegal duplex conversion and heating issues, which resulted in an active Environmental Control Board violation with a penalty of $1,250. The property has endured recurring infrastructure challenges, evidenced by multiple HPD violations between 2023-2024 relating to water leaks, heating systems, and various maintenance issues. Recent rodent control efforts show mixed results, with inspections in 2025 showing rat activity followed by a compliance pass in June 2025.
While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the last three years, the building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with basic systems. The most pressing current concern appears to be the heating system, with multiple complaints and violations recorded since 2023. The building's age (constructed in 1910) and classification as an Old Law Tenement contribute to its complex maintenance history, with various repairs and violations suggesting ongoing challenges with building systems and infrastructure.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 20 |
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Year built | 1910 |
Total area | 10125 sq ft |
Floors | 5 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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