477 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10024

At 477 Amsterdam Avenue, an 1890 brownstone with 8 units, recent history shows concerning patterns of heating system issues. The building has experienced multiple heat and hot water-related complaints throughout 2024-2025, with at least eight such complaints documented between December 2024 and January 2025, some involving entire building outages. These issues led to HPD inspections and violations being issued, indicating a persistent problem with the heating infrastructure.

The building's 5th floor apartment (5W) appears to be particularly affected, with multiple violations recorded through late 2024, including issues with heat supply, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and mold conditions. The property has also faced challenges with building systems, as evidenced by multiple Housing Maintenance Code complaints and violations related to plumbing and radiator issues in December 2024. The building's recent history includes some positive developments, such as passing rodent inspections in 2024 and showing no bedbug infestations in the latest three reporting periods (2022-2024).

However, several Department of Buildings violations remain active, including multiple failures to file required external low-pressure inspections between 2019 and 2022, and a 2025 violation regarding an immediately hazardous condition. The building's management has faced scrutiny for maintenance issues, particularly regarding heating systems, as evidenced by multiple emergency complaints and violations. While there have been improvements noted through HPD inspections and certifications, the pattern of heating and building system complaints suggests ongoing challenges with infrastructure maintenance and resident comfort.