133 West 144th Street, Manhattan, NY 10030

The 20-unit, 5-story tenement at 133 West 144th Street in Harlem, owned by Karim Hutson, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent months, with the most significant being repeated heat and hot water problems. Between January and June 2025, there were multiple complaints regarding heat/hot water, including both building-wide and apartment-specific issues, with the most recent complaints filed in June 2025.

The building has also faced challenges with other essential systems, including electrical problems (power outages and wiring issues), plumbing defects (bathtub/shower problems), and interior maintenance concerns (wall paint/plaster issues). In addition to these recurring issues, a boiler defect was documented in December 2024, and the building underwent several tenant safety inspections in May 2025, which reportedly found no violations at the time of inspection.

The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of systemic issues affecting tenant comfort and safety, particularly concerning heating systems and basic utilities. While effective inspections were conducted in response to various complaints, including those related to paint/plaster and plumbing issues in March 2025, there have been instances where HPD was unable to gain access to units for inspection. The property's age (constructed in 1920) and classification as a New Law tenement suggest it faces typical maintenance challenges associated with older buildings, though the frequency and nature of these complaints indicate ongoing concerns with building systems and maintenance response times.