209 West 107th Street, Manhattan, NY 10025

The five-story, 11-unit old law tenement building at 209 West 107th Street, owned by David Manheimer and constructed in 1900, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns occurring in 2025. Current open issues include an unresolved water leak (damp spot) reported in May 2025, and a recent mold complaint that HPD was unable to fully investigate. The building has faced recurring problems with heat and hot water systems, as evidenced by multiple complaints in April 2025, though HPD's inspections found insufficient access to verify the conditions.

Electrical issues have also been problematic, with power outages and lighting problems reported in 2025. Multiple violations were documented in 2024, particularly in apartment 5W, including issues with door hardware and a defective mixing valve in the bathroom. Building-wide concerns have been persistent, with several emergencies reported through the Housing Maintenance Code, including unsanitary conditions, pests, and a slow water leak as of June 2025.

The property has a concerning history of regulatory violations, particularly from 2020 related to gas lines and plumbing work without proper permits, with active Environmental Control Board violations totaling $3,750 in penalties. Previous building conditions documented in 2023-2024 include water leak issues in apartment 2E affecting multiple bathroom areas, and various maintenance problems in common areas such as public hall stairs. While bedbug reports show no infestations in recent years, there have been notable rodent activity reports between 2022-2025, with the most recent inspections in 2025 showing a passing result. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with basic services and infrastructure, with multiple open and recently resolved complaints indicating possible persistent issues with habitability standards.