413 West 56th Street, Manhattan, NY 10019

The 16-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building at 413 West 56th Street, owned by Mark Scharfman and constructed in 1910, has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years, particularly in 2024 and 2025. Most notably, there are currently multiple open violations related to water leaks, mold, and ventilation systems as of June 2025, along with recently closed violations from September 2024 concerning similar issues.

There have been ongoing concerns about heat and hot water, with multiple complaints recorded in 2023 and an emergency complaint in June 2025. The building has also faced challenges with various systems, including a broken mechanical vent and water leak in the laundry room, as well as a problem with exposed electrical wiring, though these violations were subsequently closed after correction. The building's history shows efforts to address bedbug infestations, with only one reported case in 2022-2023, while recent rodent inspections in 2024 confirmed the building passed inspections, demonstrating effective pest control management.

There are two active violations from 2022 related to dryer venting issues with a penalty of $12,500, though the balance due is recorded as $0. The property has maintained compliance with various safety requirements, though there have been multiple complaints about smoking in prohibited areas and ventilation concerns, including an indoor air quality complaint in 2023. While the building has recorded various general maintenance issues over the years, including problems with doors, windows, and different building systems, regular inspections and violation resolutions indicate ongoing efforts to maintain the property, though some recent complaints remain unresolved as of mid-2025.