855 9th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10019

The 6-story, 11-unit Old Law Tenement at 855 9th Avenue in Hell’s Kitchen, owned by Charles Lane, has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, most recently in February 2025 and during an extensive crisis in December 2024 when multiple complaints were filed over several days. The building, constructed in 1901, has documented various maintenance and safety concerns in recent years.

In late 2023, violations were issued regarding fire escape defects on both the 2nd and 4th story balcony fire escapes, and multiple safety violations were recorded in Apartment B, including issues with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, floor tiles, and door functionality. The building has undergone several rodent inspections, with a compliance failure noted in July 2023, though it passed in October 2024.

Historical records show concerns about unauthorized hotel rooms, unauthorized work, and after-hours activity, though these complaints were generally closed with no violation found or access issues noted. Notably, the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations over the past several years, with all reporting periods showing zero affected units. The property has regular inspections and complaint resolutions through the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), indicating ongoing monitoring of building conditions.