334 East 112th Street, Manhattan, NY 10029

This 14-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement building at 334 East 112th Street in East Harlem, built in 1910 and currently owned by Walter Roberts, has experienced recurring heat and hot water system issues over the past several years, with the most recent complaint occurring in May 2025 following a pattern of similar complaints in 2024, 2021, and 2020. The building has also had multiple emergency maintenance incidents addressed in 2025, including issues with doors, plumbing (toilet and bathtub/shower), and unsanitary conditions (including mold and garbage/recycling storage).

Significant violations remain open from 2022 regarding a broken front entrance door lock, fire escape issues, and courtyard cleanliness concerns. While there have been no documented bedbug infestations since 2019 (with all annual reports showing zero infested units), the building has faced rodent control challenges in 2025, with monthly bait applications and confirmed rat activity noted in February 2025. The building's maintenance history shows some attention to infrastructure improvements, with permits issued in 2019 for plumbing work, though these may be outdated given the current maintenance issues.

Several housing maintenance code violations from 2021 and 2022 have been resolved, including repairs to floor tiles and bathroom ventilation in Apartment 3341B, as well as issues with hallway lighting and vestibule glass. The Department of Buildings conducted inspections in September 2021 related to adjacent building conditions, noting potential safety concerns with loose stucco, though these complaints were ultimately dismissed. The property's steep history of heat and hot water complaints, along with recent emergency maintenance issues, suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and infrastructure that require attention.