116 West 131st Street, Manhattan, NY 10027

The 8-unit building at 116 West 131st Street in Harlem, owned by Eli Rotblat, has experienced several recurring infrastructure issues over recent years. The most recent problems occurred in June 2025, involving multiple appliance complaints (electric/gas range and refrigerator) and a power outage, with the latter resulting in violations that required owner correction. In 2022, the building faced significant challenges including a heat and hot water outage affecting the entire building, as well as plumbing issues related to sewage and toilets, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify these conditions.

The property has also had multiple electrical problems, including outlet and switch issues in 2022, and water supply problems in 2021. Three consecutive years of annual bedbug reports (2021-2024) showed no infestations, and rodent inspections from 2018 through 2025 generally resulted in passing grades, with only one instance of rat activity reported in October 2024. The building has two open violations: one related to a non-self-closing vestibule door (from July 2022) and another regarding the improper display of inspection certificates (from July 2022).

The building's maintenance history shows a mix of resolved and ongoing issues, with particular attention needed to address the recent electrical system problems and the outstanding violations from 2022. The property has maintained regular compliance with bedbug reporting requirements and generally passed rodent inspections, though there have been occasional failures requiring re-inspection. The most consistent pattern of complaints relates to building systems, including heating, plumbing, and electrical infrastructure, suggesting these are areas requiring ongoing monitoring.