1642 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029

The 25-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement building at 1642 Lexington Avenue in East Harlem, owned by Meir Bouskila, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over the past few years. Most recently, in April 2025, there are open emergency complaints regarding wall conditions, window repairs, and door issues that have not yet been resolved. The building has faced recurring pest problems, with multiple inspections and violations between 2023-2024 documenting roach and mice infestations in Apartment 9, as well as issues with environmental controls and electrical safety.

Earlier complaints from 2024 included a building-wide heat/hot water issue and mold problems in Apartment 14, while 2023 saw multiple pest-related complaints with violations being issued. The property has several active Environmental Control Board (ECB) violations from 2020-2021, including failure to comply with commissioner orders and unauthorized use of extension cords in Apartment 9. There were also notable building safety concerns documented between 2020-2021, including electrical wiring issues and a permit violation related to unauthorized renovation work in a ground-floor café.

Recent rodent inspections in 2023-2025 have shown varying results, with some inspections recording rat activity and others passing compliance. The building has demonstrated periodic issues with moisture control and maintenance of common areas, as evidenced by bedbug reports showing infestation cycles, though inspections generally indicate efforts at treatment and remediation. Eight complaint records suggest ongoing challenges with building maintenance and compliance, though recent open violations and emergency complaints indicate some issues remain unresolved as of mid-2025.