468 West 144th Street, Manhattan, NY 10031

The 4-story, 8-unit building at 468 West 144th Street in Hamilton Heights, owned by Jennifer Clark-Harris and constructed in 1889, has experienced ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly relating to heating and pest control. Most recently, in late 2024 and early 2025, there have been multiple complaints regarding heat and hot water issues affecting the entire building, as well as persistent rodent problems, with the most recent rodent inspections in 2025 indicating "Rat Activity." The building has numerous open violations, including issues with damaged ceilings, fire safety concerns, and doorway maintenance that have been cited as Class B and C violations requiring urgent attention.

Notable complaints and violations from 2023-2025 include problems with plumbing (water supply issues), plaster and paint conditions, and multiple issues regarding non-compliance with heating system requirements, including active ECB violations for failure to file boiler inspection reports and maintain required signage. The property has a concerning history of unresolved and recurring maintenance issues, particularly regarding the heating system and pest control. Between 2022 and 2025, there have been multiple violations related to unpermitted work and work contrary to stop work orders, as well as structural concerns including building shaking/vibrating complaints in early 2023.

The Department of Buildings has issued several significant penalties related to building maintenance and inspection compliance, including a current penalty balance of $6,250 for building maintenance issues and $655 for boiler inspection failures. While there have been periods of compliance passed for rodent inspections (most recently in 2022), the reoccurring nature of these issues suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's violation history shows a pattern of repeated issues requiring inspection and correction, particularly for paint/plaster conditions, plumbing problems, and safety concerns.