329 East 58th Street, Manhattan, NY 10022

329 East 58th Street is a 5-story, 10-unit Old Law Tenement building constructed in 1900 and currently owned by Steven Croman. The building has experienced persistent maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most significant concerns revolving around water-related problems. In 2024 alone, there were multiple complaints about heating and hot water issues (October), roofing problems (January and May), and unsanitary conditions related to pests (March and December).

The building has active violations from 2023 regarding structural issues, including cracks observed at all floors and particular concern around the ground floor window lintel. Multiple roofing-related violations have been documented between 2023-2024, with work required to address leaks affecting various building parts, including public hallways and specific apartments. Recent inspections and violations indicate ongoing maintenance challenges, including emergency water leak situations (July-August 2023), multiple roof-related service requests, and issues with building security features like self-closing doors.

The Department of Buildings has active ECB violations from 2023 related to maintenance of the building, and there are also open violations regarding failure to retain water/maintain proper drainage. While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years (with filings consistently showing 0 infested units), the building has experienced rodent activity in the past, though a January 2025 inspection resulted in a passing grade. The property has a history of heating system concerns, with multiple emergency complaints about inadequate heat noted throughout 2024, suggesting ongoing HVAC maintenance needs.