513 East 82nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10028

The five-story, 20-unit old law tenement building at 513 East 82nd Street, owned by Todd Cohen, has experienced ongoing maintenance challenges since at least 2021. Most recently, in April 2025, the building has been under scrutiny for unsanitary conditions related to pigeon waste, with violations noted by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. There are also persistent water leak issues, with an open complaint from March 2025, following similar complaints in 2024.

The building has had recurring pest-related problems, with multiple complaints about rodents (both rat and mouse sightings) and unsanitary conditions between 2024 and 2025, though inspections have sometimes found no violations. A significant incident occurred in early 2024 involving heating and hot water issues that affected the entire building, though heat and hot water were reportedly restored during the investigation. The property has a history of various housing maintenance code violations, particularly concerning safety equipment. In July 2024, violations were recorded regarding non-functional smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors in apartment 1A, as well as issues with self-closing doors.

Past documented problems include a 2021 violation for building shaking/vibration issues and multiple instances of failed inspections for rodent conditions, most recently failing inspections in April and June 2025. The building has maintained an active response to bedbug prevention, with consistent reporting showing no infestations from 2018 through 2024. While some complaints have resulted in fines, such as a $5,000 penalty in 2021 for failure to comply with an order, multiple violations have been resolved through repairs and inspections. The property has also undergone various permit approvals for work performed, with permits issued for electrical and plumbing work in 2018-2019.