9 West 129th Street, Manhattan, NY 10027

9 West 129th Street is a 4-story, 10-unit apartment building in Harlem, built in 1909 and currently owned by Keyoumars Keypour. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent months, with multiple complaints filed in early 2025 including unsanitary conditions (pests), heat/hot water problems, and plumbing issues (sink/basin). These complaints resulted in violations being issued, though some were marked as corrected or required further inspection.

The building has had ongoing plumbing-related problems, with several work orders and violations related to sinks, water supply, and steam pipes recorded between December 2024 and early 2025. Security concerns have emerged, with open violations as of December 2024 regarding defective door hardware at the vestibule door on the first story. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of similar issues recurring over time, including heating system problems and pest infestations. However, recent filings indicate no bedbug infestations have been reported since 2022.

The property is currently under scrutiny for possible illegal conversion, with a complaint filed in May 2025, though an inspection in June 2025 found no violations. The building has passed recent rodent inspections (most recently in June 2025) and previously recorded violations related to mice infestation in Apartment 5 have been addressed. Historical data shows various emergency and non-emergency maintenance issues being reported and addressed, though some complaints resulted in closed inspections where access was not granted. The building's age and history suggest ongoing maintenance challenges are to be expected, though recent inspections have generally shown improved conditions regarding rodent control and pest management.