26 St Nicholas Place, Manhattan, NY 10031

26 St Nicholas Place is a 5-story, 23-unit New Law Tenement building in Harlem, constructed in 1906 and currently owned by Mike Spira. The building has experienced recurring heating and water issues, particularly notable during 2019-2022 when multiple complaints were filed regarding lack of heat and hot water, both for the entire building and individual apartments. A significant water-related incident occurred in March 2019, involving heavy flow water leaks.

The property has undergone several inspections related to pest control, with inspections in 2024/2025 continuing to show rat activity, though no infestations were reported in the last five bedbug filings from 2020-2024. Recent violations include a defective self-closing door in apartment 4A (2024) and ongoing concerns regarding building access to the heating system (2020). The building has maintained consistent bedbug reporting compliance from 2020-2024, with zero reported incidents during these periods.

The most recent building inspections (2024) indicate persistent rodent activity, with multiple bait applications in 2024, though these appear to be addressing ongoing compliance issues rather than new infestations. Previous violations included problems with the fire escape safety (2022), requiring replacement of a defective metal tread on the east fire escape balcony, and various maintenance issues in apartment 4C, including ceiling plaster and paint concerns (2020). The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of accessing difficulties for inspection purposes, as noted in several complaint resolutions, suggesting potential challenges with addressing resident-reported issues promptly. While most historical violations have been resolved, the building's age and ongoing maintenance issues, particularly regarding heat and water systems, appear to be the most persistent concerns affecting resident comfort and building safety.