275 West 118th Street, Manhattan, NY 10026

The 5-story, 11-unit tenement building at 275 West 118th Street in Harlem, owned by Housing 2000 Hdfc, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues and safety concerns in recent months. Most notably, a cluster of complaints and violations were recorded in January 2025, including issues with the building's water supply, plumbing (radiators), floor conditions, safety systems (smoke and carbon monoxide detectors), and general maintenance (cabinets and intercom system), with some complaints being classified as emergencies. The building's history shows persistent plumbing problems, particularly with radiators, and multiple safety system deficiencies, including non-functional smoke and carbon monoxide detectors that were cited as violations in December 2024.

Annual rodent inspections have shown varying results, with multiple instances of rat activity reported in 2023 and 2024, though recent inspections in 2025 have passed. The building's overall condition has presented challenges, including mold issues, unsanitary conditions, and various hardware failures such as broken self-closing doors and lock systems. Despite these ongoing issues, the building has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, showing no infestations since 2018.

The property has undergone multiple inspections and investigations by various agencies, including the Department of Buildings and HPD, with most complaints being resolved through inspections. While many recent complaints have been closed without violations, several safety-related issues have been formally cited, requiring the owner to address these deficiencies within specified timeframes. The building's maintenance history suggests a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance, with multiple complaints about similar issues appearing over time, particularly regarding plumbing systems, safety devices, and general maintenance concerns. The property has passed recent rodent inspections, though previous years showed some challenges with rodent activity that required attention.