3281 Broadway, Manhattan, NY 10027

3281 Broadway is a 22-unit, 4-story Old Law Tenement building located in Harlem, constructed in 1901 and currently owned by Sherill Henry. The property has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent years, with recurring plumbing and safety concerns being particularly notable. Most recently, in early 2025, multiple plumbing complaints were filed regarding bathtubs/showers and water supply issues, resulting in violations being issued.

The building has also faced ongoing elevator system challenges, with multiple complaints between 2018-2020 regarding single device operation and safety features, leading to various ECB violations that remain active. Apartment 4A has been the focal point of numerous violations, including problems with carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, hot water supply, electrical fixtures, and mold conditions, all noted between August and October 2024. The building's infrastructure has generated several concerning complaints, including building shaking/structural concerns reported to the Department of Buildings in 2024, though this was referred to the Department of Transportation.

Recent safety inspections have revealed issues with smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors during 2025. The property has an active ECB violation regarding improperly installed window A/C units in fire escape windows from 2023, along with historical elevator safety violations related to door monitoring systems. While rodent issues have been addressed with multiple bait applications throughout 2024, a failed inspection in September 2024 indicates persistent pest management challenges. Notably, the building has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations reported since 2018, with regular annual filings showing no affected units.