323 West 47th Street, Manhattan, NY 10036

The five-story, 11-unit residential building at 323 West 47th Street in Hell's Kitchen, owned by Maxine Gilbert, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past few years. Most notably, there was a heat and hot water complaint for the entire building in February 2025, which HPD could not inspect due to access issues. January 2024 saw multiple complaints requiring inspection, including issues with window frames, mold, water leaks, appliance concerns, and ceiling problems, with some violations issued specifically related to window frame issues and ceiling conditions.

The building has a concerning history of heat and hot water problems, with similar complaints recorded in 2020 and earlier. There were also multiple housing maintenance code violations identified in 2024 for Apartment 3A, including issues with window sash counter balance, self-closing door hinges, and gas range valve handle. Additionally, the building has faced challenges with rodent activity, though recent inspections in 2024 showed compliance with requirements.

The property has active Environmental Control Board violations from 2021 related to failure to comply with orders to file certificates of correction from 2011 violations, with penalties totaling $12,500. While the building has maintained a zero infestation record for bedbugs in recent years, with inspections from 2019 through 2024 showing no affected units, historical records from 2018-2019 had at least one violation related to bedbug reporting requirements. The property's 2022-2025 records show regular rodent control measures being implemented, with varying results between rat activity and successful bait application. The building's owner has faced multiple complaints regarding illegal conversions and hotel room usage between 2018-2021, though most recent inspections found no violations.