1685 1st Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10128

The 27-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement building at 1685 First Avenue, owned by Steven Pinchasick and constructed in 1915, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues over recent years. Most notably, there have been recurring problems with mold and water-related issues, including a recent mold complaint in April 2025 that HPD was unable to inspect, and multiple water leak complaints in 2022 involving heavy flow and damp spots. Heat and hot water complaints have also been documented, including a significant incident in October 2024 that was resolved before inspection.

The building has undergone several inspections for rodent activity, with the most recent showing passing results in October 2024, though previous inspections noted rat activity in 2024. The property has a history of maintenance violations requiring attention to safety features, particularly in October 2022 when several self-closing door issues were documented in both Apartment 15 and public areas. Multiple emergency repairs appear to have been addressed, including plumbing and water supply issues in 2020-2022.

During 2020, there were multiple complaints regarding construction activity, including a notable violation for continuing work while under a stop work order, resulting in a $5,000 penalty. The building has maintained a clean record in terms of bedbug infestations, with no reported cases in recent years. While many complaints and violations have been resolved through proper channels, the frequency of water-related issues and recent mold complaints suggests an ongoing pattern of maintenance challenges, though many historical violations demonstrate timely correction processes by management.