281 Pleasant Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029
This four-story, seven-unit building at 281 Pleasant Avenue in East Harlem, owned by Cosmo/pasquale Palmieri, has been subject to numerous maintenance and environmental challenges in recent years. The property has experienced recurring sewage-related issues throughout late 2024, with multiple complaints filed regarding odors and leaks between October and December 2024, though inspections by HPD and DOHMH found no violations. Most concerning are safety-related complaints, including a December 2024 issue with stairs that was categorized as an immediate emergency, though this was also found not to violate housing laws.
The building has undergone three violations for failing to file annual bedbug reports between 2022 and 2024, though subsequent filings from 2024-2025 show no infestation records. Environmental maintenance issues appear to be a persistent concern, with a pattern of rodent control activity evident in 2023-2025 inspections. While several bait applications were required in early 2023, subsequent inspections from August 2023 through February 2025 have consistently passed.
Records indicate an unauthorized construction issue from 2018, involving the installation of an unpermitted metal spiral staircase from sidewalk to roof, though this violation was resolved with no penalties. The building's age (built in 1900) may contribute to its ongoing maintenance needs, with multiple agencies involved in addressing various quality of life concerns. Regular inspections and complaint investigations indicate active monitoring, though many issues reported do not result in formal violations or require significant remedial action.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 7 |
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Year built | 1900 |
Total area | 6590 sq ft |
Floors | 4 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A |

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- 477 East 115th St, New York, NY 10029
- 281 Pleasant Ave, New York, NY 10029
- 283 Pleasant Ave, New York, NY 10029
- 477 East 115th St, New York, NY 10029
- 281 Pleasant Ave, New York, NY 10029
- 283 Pleasant Ave, New York, NY 10029
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