698 10th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10019

The 9-unit, 6-story building at 698 10th Avenue in Hell's Kitchen, now owned by Elmadni Sadek, has experienced persistent elevator issues and administrative compliance challenges in recent years. Built in 1910, this formerly class B building has undergone conversion to Class A status. The elevator system, which has been a recurring concern, generated multiple complaints and violations between 2018 and 2021, including instances of being out of service, maintenance issues, and failure to provide alternate service during outages.

Notable violations during this period included problems with the emergency communication systems, door controls, and emergency equipment, all of which were typically associated with the building's single elevator system. In addition to these mechanical issues, the building has faced challenges with compliance reporting, particularly regarding bedbug inspections. From 2021 through 2024, the property received multiple violations for failing to file required annual bedbug reports, though recent filings indicate zero infested units as of 2024.

The building also has some environmental control board (ECB) violations from 2021 related to failure to comply with previous orders, with penalties totaling $1,875, though records show no outstanding balance. Recent inspections for rodents have shown consistent compliance, with all inspections from 2016 through 2024 passing successfully. While the building's most recent bedbug report and rodent inspection results are encouraging, the historical pattern of elevator system issues and compliance violations suggests ongoing maintenance and administrative oversight requirements.