202 West 107th Street, Manhattan, NY 10025

202 West 107th Street is a 6-story, 18-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1925, currently owned by Howard Hershkovich. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues throughout recent years, with significant problems documented between 2022 and 2024. Most notably, there have been multiple incidents of water-related issues, including slow leaks and damp spots, with the most recent water leak complaint filed in April 2024 resulting in housing violations. The building has also faced persistent pest-related challenges, particularly during 2023, with multiple unsanitary condition complaints regarding pests, most of which were processed as emergency situations.

In addition to moisture and pest issues, the building has encountered various maintenance violations affecting tenant comfort and building integrity. Recent inspections in July 2024 revealed mold issues in Apartment 4E, along with problems with plaster surfaces, while violations from 2023-2024 indicate non-functioning self-closing doors in the vestibule area. The building's plumbing and drainage systems have shown consistent wear, as evidenced by multiple violation notices regarding water leaks. The property's environmental compliance has come under scrutiny, with a $1,250 penalty issued in 2024 for failing to submit the required exterior wall inspection report (FISP Cycle 9B).

Notably, recent bedbug reports (2022-2024) show no current infestations, representing an improvement from previous years when multiple units were affected. Recent rodent inspections in 2025 have shown mixed results, with rat activity recorded in January and March of 2025, though subsequent inspections resulted in compliance passes. The building's violation history reveals an ongoing pattern of maintenance challenges, particularly related to moisture control, door functionality, and pest management. While some recent inspections have shown improvements, such as rodent compliance passes and no bedbug infestations, the presence of active violations as of July 2024 suggests that not all maintenance issues have been fully addressed. The property has also experienced administrative challenges, as evidenced by the penalties for failing to file required inspection reports.