515 West 111th Street, Manhattan, NY 10025

The six-story tenement building at 515 West 111th Street in Morningside Heights, constructed in 1904 and currently owned by Rick Serrapica, has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, with multiple emergency complaints filed between November 2023 and December 2024, affecting both entire building and individual apartments. These complaints, including three filed in December 2024, could not be fully investigated due to access issues. The building previously faced significant regulatory challenges in 2022, including illegal occupancy violations resulting in a vacate order that was not initially complied with, though records show the order was ultimately resolved.

Between 2019 and 2021, there were notable violations related to fire safety systems and unauthorized unit conversions, particularly concerning furnished room requirements for Apartment 3F. The property has maintained good basic health and safety records, with regular rodent inspections showing consistent passing results from 2016 through 2025, and no reported bedbug infestations in recent years. Recent building maintenance records show ongoing efforts to address various issues, with several emergency work permits issued between 2018 and 2024.

The building's recent history suggests persistent infrastructure challenges, particularly regarding heating systems, though there have been no reports of vermin or bedbug problems in recent years. Multiple violations and complaints have required intervention from various city agencies, including Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and the Department of Buildings (DOB), with some violations reaching the Environmental Control Board level, though most have been resolved or dismissed. Historical maintenance issues from 2018 in Apartment 3E included plumbing and hardware problems, which were addressed. The building's age and history of violations indicate a structure that requires ongoing maintenance and oversight, particularly regarding its heating systems and compliance with safety regulations, though recent rodent and pest control records suggest proper management of these issues.