210 East 119th Street, Manhattan, NY 10035

The 5-story, 13-unit tenement building at 210 East 119th Street in East Harlem, built in 1900 and currently owned by Walter Roberts, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past few years. Most notably, there are currently three open emergency complaints from May 2025 regarding water leaks and door problems within the building. The property has faced recurring heat and hot water issues, with complaints filed in January 2023 (for the entire building), February 2025 (apartment only), and other instances between 2022-2023.

There are multiple violations documented in 2023, particularly affecting apartment 5B, including issues with radiator covers, wood floors, plaster surfaces, and water supply to fixtures. The building's maintenance history shows attention needed to various systems, with active Environmental Control Board violations regarding boiler inspection report filings as of December 2024, and multiple violations related to garbage storage and public hallway maintenance. The property has undergone several rodent inspections between 2019-2025, with mixed results including some failures for "Other Reasons." While recent bedbug reports (2021-2024) indicate minimal infestations, with none reported in the most recent 2022-2023 filing period, the building has experienced various maintenance challenges requiring ongoing attention.

The building's permit history shows several improvements made between 2018-2020, including plumbing and electrical work, though some recent complaints suggest ongoing maintenance needs. Recent HPD inspections in 2024 and 2023 revealed various violations despite some being closed, including issues with floor repairs, radiator covers, and bathroom fixtures in apartment 5B. The property management has generally received notifications from HPD regarding violations and inspection requirements, though there have been instances where inspectors were unable to gain access for verification purposes. The combination of open emergency complaints, recent violations, and ongoing maintenance issues indicates continued challenges with building systems and apartment conditions that require attention to maintain resident quality of life.