151 West 140th Street, Manhattan, NY 10030

The seven-story, 55-unit old-law tenement building at 151 West 140th Street, built in 1903 and currently owned by Kenneth Morrison, has experienced significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, in April 2025, there were multiple emergency complaints regarding unsanitary conditions including pests, insufficient heat/hot water, and plumbing issues affecting various units. Multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations were documented in October 2024, including mold issues in apartments 5H and 7E, bathroom fixture problems, and evidence of water leaks.

The building has persistent issues with rodent activity, with multiple inspections in 2024 and 2025 showing "Rat Activity" or "Failed for Other Reasons" results. The building's facade and structural conditions are concerning, with several active Department of Buildings violations related to exterior maintenance. These include problems with stucco, chimney, and window conditions noted in violations from September 2024 through March 2025, all categorized as active.

There are also multiple Environmental Control Board violations regarding temporary construction equipment and sidewalk shed issues, with significant penalties imposed. Recent 311 complaints include an indoor air quality issue related to dust from construction in April 2025, and there are ongoing concerns about building access for inspections, as HPD inspectors were often unable to gain entry to units during the most recent inspection attempts for various complaints. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with facade maintenance, plumbing systems, and pest control, despite multiple permit issuances for work to be done on the property.