1576 3rd Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10128

The five-story Old Law Tenement at 1576 3rd Avenue, owned by Steven Grundwerg and containing 27 units, has experienced ongoing maintenance challenges since its construction in 1900. Most recently, in 2025, there were complaints about heat and hot water issues affecting the entire building, though inspectors were unable to gain access for verification. The property has a history of plumbing-related problems, with multiple complaints about water supply issues and leaks, particularly concentrated in apartment 4A, which has several open violations related to bathroom maintenance including broken marble saddle, defective tiles, problematic caulking, and both water leak and infestation issues.

The building has faced multiple safety and maintenance concerns over the past few years, including issues with window guards, flooring, and pest control. An April 2024 inspection resulted in multiple violations for apartment 4A, including problems with water leaks, tile maintenance, and infestation. Earlier, in 2023, there were concerns about the building's heating system.

The property underwent inspections revealing rat activity in 2022, with subsequent bait applications, though more recent inspections in 2023-2025 passed. A Stop Work Order was issued in 2022 regarding construction work at the first floor and commercial space, though it was fully rescinded in January 2023, and the building has consistently reported zero bedbug infestations across multiple annual filings from 2021-2025. While the building has received various permits for work needing to be done over the years, the pattern of complaints and violations suggests recurring maintenance challenges that have persisted for multiple years.