1702 Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029

The three-story, two-family house at 1702 Lexington Avenue in East Harlem, built in 1890 and currently owned by Miklos Ujvari, has experienced several maintenance issues throughout 2025 that warrant attention. As of May 2025, there is an open complaint regarding inadequate lighting, and multiple door-related complaints throughout the year have resulted in closed cases where inspection access was not granted, suggesting potential ongoing maintenance challenges. More serious concerns have emerged, including safety violations related to smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and multiple instances of mold conditions in both the kitchen and bathroom of Apartment 2, as documented in 2023's housing maintenance code violations.

The building has also faced issues with window frames, plumbing (radiator), and various electrical problems, including wiring concerns noted in January 2025. The property has an active record of housing maintenance code violations from December 2024, focusing primarily on Apartment 2, including issues with unauthorized alterations, broken plaster surfaces, defective window components, and door functionality problems. While some violations have been closed following correction notices, several remain open, indicating persistent maintenance challenges.

It's worth noting that the building has passed multiple rodent inspections between 2018 and 2025, suggesting generally good pest control conditions. A complaint regarding alleged illegal conversion was investigated in late 2024 but was determined to have no valid violation at the time of inspection. The property's heating and hot water systems have been the subject of multiple complaints, though most were resolved following HPD intervention, except for a 2025 complaint that remains open.