169 East 109th Street, Manhattan, NY 10029

This 44-unit, 6-story residential building in East Harlem, owned by Walter Roberts and constructed in 2002, has experienced persistent maintenance and safety issues over the past two years. Most notably, there are ongoing problems with the elevator system, with multiple violations and complaints regarding inadequate service and maintenance from 2018 through 2025, including active ECB violations from 2023 with penalties totaling $15,625.

Recent housing complaints from June 2025 indicate continuing issues with water leaks, mold, and paint/plaster damage affecting multiple units, while there are also concerns about sanitation with open pest violations as of June 2025. The building has had recurring problems with its roof, resulting in water damage in 2024, and has faced challenges maintaining basic services such as intercom systems and heating. The property shows a pattern of infrastructure and maintenance challenges, particularly regarding the elevator system which has received multiple violation notices over the years for not meeting safety standards.

Environmental concerns are evident, with rodent activity being documented in multiple inspections between 2023 and 2025, and the building has had persistent issues with water damage and mold that have required official violations to be issued. The owner has been cited for failing to comply with various Housing Maintenance Code requirements, including violations related to energy efficiency reporting. Despite these challenges, the building has maintained a zero incidence of bedbug infestations over the past several years according to official reporting records.