455 West 46th Street, Manhattan, NY 10036

455 West 46th Street is a 5-story, 20-unit Old Law Tenement building constructed in 1901, currently owned by Yahya Sarraf. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water system issues, with two emergency complaints in March 2023 regarding heat and hot water problems throughout the entire building. More recently, in April 2023, the building received multiple non-emergency complaints regarding ventilation systems, radiators, and janitorial services, though no violations were issued for these. In early 2023, there were also concerns about pest control, with complaints in February and November 2023 regarding unsanitary conditions and rodent sightings, though inspections generally found no violations.

The boiler system has been a significant focus of attention, with violations noted in 2023 regarding heating system access signage that resulted in an active penalty of $3,125. Historical records show previous boiler-related issues in 2020, which were resolved. The building's maintenance history shows regular attention to bedbug prevention, with no reported infestations over multiple reporting periods from 2021 through 2024. Violations from 2023 also required the building to address multiple safety signage requirements, including gas leak procedures and building registration information, all of which were certified as corrected by May 2023.

The building has undergone regular rodent inspections, with the most recent in July 2024 passing inspection. However, there have been instances of failed inspections in 2023, indicating persistent pest management challenges. The property has a history of heat and hot water system complaints going back to 2019, suggesting this remains an ongoing maintenance concern. The Department of Buildings records show periodic investigations into possible illegal hotel room activity, with the most recent complaint in July 2023 resulting in denied access for inspection.