364 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NY 10019

The five-story, 15-unit old law tenement building at 364 West 51st Street in Hell's Kitchen, owned by David Ohebshalom, has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water over the past two years, with multiple emergency complaints recorded in both 2024 and 2025. Most recently, in February 2025, there was a complaint about lack of heat/hot water in the entire building, though these services were reportedly restored during the inspection. The building is currently facing several unresolved maintenance issues as of January 2025, including problems with mold, pests, plumbing (toilet), and the bell/buzzer/intercom system, all of which were reported on the same date.

Past violations have included issues with self-closing doors, fire safety concerns, and problems with the building facade, particularly during 2018-2020 when violations were issued regarding illegal occupancy as a transient rental with inadequate fire safety systems, though these were subsequently resolved. The property has a documented history of pest control challenges, particularly evident in 2023-2024, with multiple rodent inspections showing activity and bait applications. Recent violations from 2024 included concerns about fire door functionality and fire escape obstructions, though these were subsequently addressed.

The building has undergone several repairs and maintenance actions as evidenced by permit records from 2019-2020, including exterior work and plumbing repairs. While the building has maintained a zero infestation record for bedbugs in recent years (2018-2025), the ongoing issues with heat/hot water, mold, and pests suggest significant maintenance challenges that affect resident comfort and safety. The property has at times experienced administrative enforcement actions, including Oath Violations for failure to maintain the building in 2020, though these appear to have been resolved.