615 9th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10036

The 6-unit building at 615 9th Avenue in Hell's Kitchen, owned by Mark Scharfman and constructed in 1910, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, particularly during the winter months. Most notably, there have been recurring heat and hot water problems, with three separate emergency complaints filed between November and December 2024, one of which resulted in violations for inadequate heat supply in apartment 3R and locked access to the heating system in the basement. The spring and summer of 2024 saw multiple pest-related complaints, with violations issued for mouse infestations in July 2024 affecting both the first and third stories, while earlier in 2024 there were multiple reports of unsanitary conditions related to pests between April and May, though inspections did not gain access to verify these conditions.

The building experienced various water-related issues in 2023, including multiple leak complaints in June, one of which (heavy flow) was classified as an emergency, though no violations were found. Additional maintenance concerns followed in July 2024, including several violations related to building safety and maintenance requirements, such as missing smoke detector notices and gas leak procedures. The building has maintained an active bedbug monitoring record from 2021 through 2024, with no reported infestations in any of the recent annual filings.

Historical records show consistent passing results for rodent inspections between 2011 and 2024, suggesting effective pest management despite the recent infestations. The property has undergone various maintenance inspections and has received multiple permits for work done, including plumbing and electrical (permit sequence #140851095 issued in 2019). A June 2023 environmental compliance issue related to an inactive job site was recorded with the Environmental Control Board, resulting in a $1,250 penalty, though this appears to have been resolved. Recent filings show a pattern of heating system issues, particularly during the colder months, indicating potential ongoing maintenance challenges, while the building's age continues to require regular attention to plumbing, heating, and general building systems.