514 West 48th Street, Manhattan, NY 10036

514 West 48th Street is a 5-story, 14-unit residential building constructed in 1915 in Hell's Kitchen, currently owned by Lednem Realty LLC. The building has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water systems, with multiple emergency complaints filed in January 2025 and October 2023, though inspections found conditions did not violate housing laws. A significant plumbing issue related to water supply was reported in October 2024, and while HPD attempted to inspect, they were unable to complete the evaluation.

The building faced pest control challenges in 2023, with documented rodent and roach infestations in apartment BMENT, as well as several unsanitary condition complaints, though recent inspections have shown improved conditions. Multiple violations were issued in 2020-2021 related to building safety, including problems with stair treads, fire escape access, and roof bulkhead doors, all of which were subsequently resolved. The property has maintained regular compliance with bedbug reporting requirements from 2021 through 2025, with no infestations recorded during any of the reporting periods.

Rodent inspections show a mixed history of results, with the most recent inspection in October 2024 passing, though a compliance inspection in 2023 noted rat activity. The building's elevator system experienced issues in 2020 that resulted in an ECB violation and a $1,250 penalty, though this was resolved. Other maintenance matters have included plumbing (water supply and slow leaks), paint/plaster issues, and various emergency and non-emergency repairs, most of which were properly addressed after inspection. The building's maintenance history reflects ongoing efforts to address infrastructure and habitability concerns, with particular attention needed to the recurring heat/hot water and pest control issues.