203 West 144th Street, Manhattan, NY 10030

The 28-unit residential building at 203 West 144th Street, owned by Michael Daniel, is a 6-story New Law Tenement constructed in 1921 and currently facing several significant maintenance issues as of mid-2025. Recent complaints filed through 311 services and Housing Maintenance Code Violations indicate persistent problems with unsanitary conditions, particularly relating to pest infestations and electrical issues. Multiple open complaints from June 2025 regarding electrical outlets/switches and unsanitary conditions (pests) remain unresolved, while other recent plumbing issues, such as problems with sinks and toilets, have also been reported.

The building has experienced recurring rodent problems throughout 2024-2025, with multiple inspections revealing rat activity, despite some baiting efforts. Notably, in March 2024, the Department of Buildings issued multiple violations against the property, including illegal occupancy concerns, obstruction of fire escape access, and construction-related discrepancies in Apartment 7. These violations, along with the ongoing pest and maintenance issues, suggest significant challenges in building upkeep and resident comfort. The property has a documented history of heat and hot water issues, with complaints in early 2025 indicating failures to provide adequate systems.

Safety concerns arise from multiple violation notices in Apartment 7 regarding missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, though some violations related to pest infestations were certified as corrected in late 2024. The building's management has struggled to provide adequate access for inspection purposes, with multiple complaints being closed due to inspection access issues, including heat and plumbing problems in early 2025. While there have been several complaints regarding building systems and infrastructure, including intercoms and lighting, these problems appear to be part of a broader pattern of maintenance challenges affecting the property. The building's most recent bedbug reports from 2023-2025 show no infestation history, which is a positive note amidst the other ongoing issues.