1755 Madison Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029

The 16-unit, 5-story tenement building at 1755 Madison Avenue in East Harlem, owned by William Guerrero and built in 1930, has experienced several recurring issues over the past three years, with the most significant concerns centering around heating systems. Most recently, in November 2024 and November 2023, there were complaints regarding lack of heat or hot water affecting the entire building, though inspectors from the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) were unable to gain access for verification.

The building has faced multiple infrastructure and maintenance challenges, including active Environmental Control Board (ECB) violations from September 2023 regarding improperly supported window A/C units on the 3rd, 4th, and 5th floors, alongside peeling paint issues, with associated penalties still due. Notable interior maintenance issues have been documented, particularly in Apartment 5B, including a class B mold violation from 2022 that was upgraded in 2023, various electrical and plumbing concerns, and multiple pest-related complaints in 2022, though recent bedbug filings from 2023-2024 show no reported infestations. The building's rodent inspection results have been generally satisfactory, with most inspections passing, though there was one failure noted in February 2024 for "other reasons." The property has undergone several inspections and complaint investigations since 2022, with some violations being properly addressed and closed, including issues with lighting, cabinets, flooring, and general unsanitary conditions.

The building's management has received multiple notices of violation and requirements for repairs, particularly during 2022-2024, though many complaints were resolved without penalties through proper correction of the issues. Recent improvements to record-keeping and compliance with inspection requirements have been noted, with the most recent rodent inspection in February 2025 passing. Despite the ongoing heating system challenges and some remaining ECB violations, the building has maintained a generally stable record regarding larger pest infestations, as evidenced by the consistent zero reports in recent bedbug filings.