789 9th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10019

The building at 789 9th Avenue in Hell's Kitchen is a 5-story, 13-unit Old Law Tenement constructed in 1901, currently owned by Mark Scharfman. The property has experienced several maintenance issues in recent years, with the most significant being ongoing concerns about unsanitary conditions and pest infestations. Between June 2025 and November 2023, there have been multiple reports of pest problems, including six related complaints in June 2025 and earlier pest complaints from November 2023 that went through the HPD system.

The building underwent several inspections in late 2023, revealing various infrastructure issues - including violations related to steam pipes/riser maintenance in Apartment 1B, and heating/hot water concerns. Three active ECB violations from late 2024 involve electrical installations, including the use of extension cords as permanent wiring and unauthorized electrical work, with penalties totaling $4,800. The property's historical maintenance record shows a mix of compliance and enforcement actions. While the building has passed several rodent inspections from 2018 to 2024 (most recently in September 2024), there was one instance of rat activity recorded in January 2022.

The building has maintained consistent bedbug reporting compliance from 2019 to 2024, with no reported infestations in the past four reporting periods. Prior violations from 2018 included requirements for proper maintenance of common areas and various repairs, all of which have been certified as corrected. Recent complaints also included issues with plumbing systems and radiator maintenance, though many were closed without violations being issued. The property has an active record of work-related complaints, particularly between 2020 and 2024, including concerns about unauthorized work and building permits, though most of these complaints were found to warrant no violations upon inspection.