1569 York Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10028

1569 York Avenue is a 5-story, 20-unit Old Law Tenement building located in Manhattan's Upper East Side, built in 1915 and currently owned by George Philips. The property has experienced recurring moisture-related issues, particularly mold problems, with multiple complaints filed throughout 2024 and continuing into 2025. In January 2025, there were documented problems with both radiator plumbing and mold issues that required HPD intervention. Summer 2024 saw numerous complaints about mold (July-August), though inspections during this period did not result in violations.

The building has also faced several maintenance challenges, particularly in Apartment 2B, which reported both mold and pest (roach) infestations in August 2024. This apartment was documented to have multiple violations including issues with ventilation, flooring, and various necessary repairs, though some were subsequently certified as corrected. The property maintains a generally good safety record regarding pests, with no bedbug infestations reported in recent inspections between 2018-2024, and rodent inspections consistently passing from 2010 through 2019. Historical data shows one bedbug incident in late 2018, but it was promptly resolved.

The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing attention is required for moisture management, with the most recent inspection in 2025 indicating some progress in addressing the plumbing issues. The property also experienced an external low-pressure inspection violation in 2023, though this was dismissed. Three 311 complaints regarding ventilation, flooring, and general conditions were filed in July 2024, with violations previously cited for these issues. While the building has passed various inspections and maintained compliance with many regulations, the recurring nature of moisture-related complaints suggests this remains an ongoing building challenge. The management has generally responded to complaints, with many issues being resolved through inspection and correction, though some recent complaints have required multiple follow-up requests for proper resolution.