229 West 136th Street, Manhattan, NY 10030

The 11-unit, 3-story residential building at 229 West 136th Street, owned by Howard Wasserman, was constructed in 1910 and is currently classified as HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS B. The building has experienced recurring water-related issues, with multiple complaints in July 2020 regarding water leaks including heavy flow, damp spots, and slow leaks, as well as reports of mold. More recently, there have been concerns about rodent activity, with inspections in early 2025 confirming rat presence, though previous inspections between 2022-2024 generally passed.

The building's maintenance history shows several violations and complaints over the years, including a pattern of administrative issues such as failure to file annual bedbug reports in 2021 and 2022, though recent filings (2022-2024) indicate no current infestations. Historical violations from the 1980s and 1970s include issues with fire egress, front entrance lighting, and sanitary facilities, while more recent Department of Buildings complaints in 2018-2023 suggest concerns about illegal hotel rooms and construction practices, though inspectors were often unable to gain access for verification. The property has undergone various improvements and maintenance work as evidenced by multiple permits issued between 2018-2023 for both alteration (AL) and plumbing (PL) work.

While recent bedbug reports from 2022-2024 show no infestation cases, the building's history suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The pattern of violations being closed out without significant penalties, including some recent dismissals in 2023 for failings regarding pressure inspection filings, indicates that while issues are being addressed, there may be periodic lapses in timely compliance with reporting requirements. The building's bedbug and rodent monitoring over the past few years shows improved conditions for both pests, with no recent bedbug infestations reported in the past two years, though the recent rodent activity findings from 2025 suggest continued vigilance may be required.