614 West 135th Street, Manhattan, NY 10031

614 West 135th Street is a five-story, 187-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1926, currently owned by Lucrecia Almanzar. The property has experienced persistent maintenance challenges in recent months, with multiple reports of unsanitary conditions and pest issues, particularly regarding rodent activity, as evidenced by inspections throughout 2024 and 2025 showing consistent rat presence. In June 2025 alone, there were multiple housing complaints, including broken window guards (a safety concern) and unsanitary conditions related to pests, with Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) inspectors often unable to gain access to complete their evaluations.

The building has also faced heating and hot water issues, electrical problems, and various maintenance concerns, including multiple complaints about paint/plaster conditions and infrastructure systems. Historically, the building has had significant violations that required attention, particularly in Department of Buildings (DOB) records showing various electrical and safety issues. In late 2024, multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations were documented in Apartment 1A, including rodent infestation, electrical outlet problems, and ceiling repair needs.

The elevator system has experienced documented issues in 2018 and 2023 regarding service reliability, though inspections found no violations at the time. While there have been periods with no documented bedbug infestations, the building's recent pest issues, particularly with rodents, suggest ongoing challenges with maintaining sanitary conditions. The property has experienced multiple failures to comply with energy efficiency reporting requirements, though these violations were eventually dismissed.