532 East 82nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10028

532 East 82nd Street is a 24-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement building located in Manhattan's Upper East Side, built in 1910 and currently owned by Vincent Ventura. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, particularly evident in December 2024 when multiple tenants reported building-wide problems that required HPD (Housing Preservation and Development) intervention. There have also been significant safety concerns in recent years, including non-functional carbon monoxide and smoke detectors in December 2024, and issues with the building's sprinkler system. Earlier violations include multiple instances of defective self-closing doors documented in 2022-2023, and an active ECB (Environmental Control Board) violation from 2021 related to unlawful acts and failure to comply with a commissioner's order, with a penalty of $2,500.

Recent inspections and complaints reveal ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding building systems. The property has demonstrated a pattern of heat and hot water complaints, with at least eight reports in late 2024 alone. Safety systems have required attention, with both fire safety and general maintenance issues being documented. The building's rodent control efforts have shown mixed results, with the most recent inspections in early 2025 showing rat activity, following several successful bait applications in 2022-2023.

The property has maintained a consistent record of bedbug-free status, with zero reported cases or infestations in the last five reporting periods from 2019 to 2024. Historically, there were several electrical wiring complaints in 2021, though most were either dismissed or did not warrant violations upon inspection. The building's documented history shows persistent issues with building systems and safety features, though many violations have been addressed through HPD inspections and repairs. Recent inspections have generally focused on specific system failures rather than widespread infrastructure problems, suggesting targeted maintenance efforts are being made. The property's location in a desirable neighborhood continues to make it a significant residential building, though the recent pattern of complaints indicates ongoing challenges with basic services and safety systems.