173 West 141st Street, Manhattan, NY 10030

173 West 141st Street is a 5-story, 21-unit New Law Tenement building located in Harlem, built in 1920 and currently owned by Ben Nehmadi. The property has experienced ongoing issues with heat and hot water systems, particularly evident in 2025 with multiple complaints spanning January to March affecting both entire building and individual apartments. In February 2025, there were also concerns about plumbing issues involving sinks and basins.

The building's maintenance history shows persistent challenges, including violations related to carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and pest infestations. Specifically, inspections in December 2024 revealed problems in apartment 6A regarding safety equipment, while apartment 4D was noted for pest infestation (roaches and mice) in November 2024. Monthly bedbug reports indicate three infested units in late 2024, with one re-infestation noted.

Recent rodent inspections in 2025 showed continued rat activity, with the most recent inspection in May 2025 resulting in failure for "Other Reasons." The building has a documented history of various mechanical and safety violations, including elevator-related issues in 2019, though many of these violations were eventually resolved or dismissed. The property has also faced challenges with building access for inspections, as noted in multiple HPD complaint resolution descriptions, suggesting potential communication or access coordination issues between tenants and inspection agencies. While some violations and complaints have been closed with corrections certified, the frequency and nature of recent complaints about heating systems and pest control indicate ongoing maintenance challenges within the building.