29 Convent Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10027

29 Convent Avenue, a 5-story, 24-unit residential building constructed in 1910 and owned by Michael Padernacht, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, in early 2025, multiple complaints were filed and violations issued related to carbon monoxide detectors, an electric/gas range, and mold issues, though these violations were subsequently closed following inspection. The building has a documented history of heat and hot water system problems, with multiple complaints in 2023-2024 reporting issues with these essential services, though inspections often encountered access difficulties or confirmed restoration of services.

Apartment 10 has been specifically cited with numerous open violations from a 2021 inspection, including issues with electrical outlets, radiator replacement, smoke detector functionality, subfloor condition, light fixtures, plastered surfaces, and carbon monoxide detection equipment. The property has demonstrated consistent compliance with rodent inspections, passing all inspections since 2018, and has shown no reported bedbug infestations in the past six years. A construction-related violation was issued in 2018 regarding unauthorized work, with a $530 penalty imposed at that time.

The building's management has maintained an active record of permits, primarily for electrical and plumbing work, with multiple permits issued between 2018-2019. While recent maintenance issues have generally been addressed through violations and inspections, the persistence of certain open violations and the pattern of heating system complaints suggest ongoing challenges with building systems maintenance and resident comfort. The property has a relatively low number of emergency service requests compared to its unit count, though the recent cluster of complaints in early 2025 indicates a temporary spike in maintenance issues requiring attention.