353 West 44th Street, Manhattan, NY 10036

353 West 44th Street is a 5-story, 28-unit Old Law Tenement building constructed in 1959, currently owned by Austin Vali. The building has experienced recurring heating and hot water issues, with multiple complaints in 2022-2024 affecting both individual apartments and the entire building. During 2023 alone, there were significant maintenance issues reported, including a water leak (May 17), electrical problems (May 19), elevator maintenance concerns (May 5), and problems with the bell/buzzer/intercom system (April 21).

The building faced various safety compliance issues in 2023-2024, particularly in Apartment 2D, where violations were recorded for an improperly installed air conditioner in the fire escape window, missing smoke detectors, defective self-closing doors, and missing carbon monoxide detectors. The property has maintained a consistent record of passing rodent inspections from 2017 to 2025, and there have been no reported bedbug infestations since 2021. Historical records show persistent maintenance challenges, including elevator service issues documented in 2019-2021, boiler problems (2020), and security concerns with building entrance doors.

The property has received several environmental violations related to elevator and boiler maintenance, though these appear to have been resolved. The building's safety systems have been a particular focus of regulatory attention, with multiple violations regarding self-closing doors and security systems throughout the building. While many complaints have been addressed and closed, the recurring nature of heating system problems and various safety violations indicates ongoing maintenance and compliance challenges. However, it's noteworthy that there have been no documented bedbug infestations since 2021, suggesting improved pest management over recent years.