112 West 138th Street, Manhattan, NY 10030

112 West 138th Street is a 6-story, 54-unit residential building in Harlem, built in 1920 and currently owned by Richard Rosan. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years, with multiple plumbing problems being particularly frequent. Most recently, in May 2025, there were complaints about water supply issues that were classified as immediate emergencies, though HPD's attempts to inspect the problem were unsuccessful. Throughout 2024-2025, there were several other unaddressed maintenance issues including concerns with ceilings, water leaks, heating systems, and general ventilation.

Most notably, multiple violations were documented in late 2024 related to apartment 5A, including problems with self-closing doors, missing heat riser plates, pest infestation, and inadequate hot water. The building has also faced infrastructure challenges, particularly with its elevator system, which has had multiple complaints about being the only device on the property with no alternate service. The property has been generally responsive to bed bug reporting requirements, with no infestations reported in the last four annual filings (2021-2025). Rodent inspections have consistently passed, though there was one instance of rat activity noted in 2022.

Several building system violations remain active in 2025, including a notable ECB violation regarding elevator re-leveling and lighting issues from 2024. The building's management has obtained multiple permits for maintenance work between 2019-2020, suggesting ongoing efforts to address various infrastructure needs. While some violations from previous years have been resolved, there are current open violations related to heat systems, plumbing, and security features that require attention. The building's recent history suggests persistent challenges with accessing units for inspections, as evidenced by numerous complaints being closed due to lack of access in both 2024 and 2025.