2501 Broadway, Manhattan, NY 10025

The 2501 Broadway building, a 5-story Old Law Tenement constructed in 1900 and currently owned by Hil Realty Co, LLC, has experienced multiple recurring issues over the past two years, particularly concerning heating and water systems. Most recently, there have been two heat/hot water complaints within six months (October and November 2024), showing persistent problems with temperature control. The building has also faced significant water-related issues, with multiple reports of slow leaks (October 2023) and heavier water flow problems (January 2023). Additional maintenance concerns have been documented, including stairway flooring issues (May 2024) and multiple violations related to apartment 2B in January 2023, encompassing problems with water leaks, ceiling paint/plaster damage, and window frame repairs.

The property has been active with Department of Buildings complaints and violations, particularly in late 2024/early 2025, including multiple "Work Without a Permit" issues and a building stability concern (September 2024). There are several active ECB violations from 2024 regarding work safety and construction compliance, with significant penalties imposed totaling $46,250. The building's environmental inspection history shows varying rodent activity, though recent inspections in 2024 have passed. Notably, the building's bedbug reporting for the past two years shows no infestations, and recent rodent inspections in 2024 have achieved compliance status.

The property has experienced three separate heating system failures within the past year, indicating ongoing challenges with building systems. The building's record shows a mixture of historical maintenance challenges and recent compliance improvements, with particular attention needed on heating systems and ongoing water-related issues. While certain structural and maintenance violations have been addressed, as evidenced by some closed violations, others remain active, particularly those related to current construction work as of 2024-2025. The building's age and historical status as an Old Law Tenement suggest it has faced typical urban maintenance challenges, though recent inspection patterns indicate improved compliance with basic health and safety requirements, such as rodent control and bedbug reporting.