3488 Broadway, Manhattan, NY 10031

Located in Hamilton Heights, this 43-unit, six-story New Law Tenement building at 3488 Broadway (owned by Anderson Santos) has experienced multiple maintenance and health challenges in recent years. The building, constructed in 1920, has documented persistent issues with pests, as evidenced by multiple 311 complaints and housing violations for unsanitary conditions, including a pest infestation in Apartment 5. There have been recurring problems with building systems and infrastructure, including water supply issues, plumbing concerns, and heating problems, with most recent complaints spanning from March to May 2025. The building has faced significant electrical safety concerns, with a pattern of Electrical Wiring: Defective/Exposed violations recorded between 2021-2022, and over $10,500 in active ECB fines related to electrical safety between 2019-2024, including failure to comply with emergency lighting requirements. Building maintenance records show a recent focus on rodent control, with multiple baiting operations conducted between June and July 2025, following initial signs of rat activity in June 2025.

The property has a documented history of door and window-related maintenance issues, with several complaints in 2025 regarding access for inspections. The building's history includes several housing maintenance code violations concerning maintenance of common areas and apartment-specific issues, particularly in Apartment 5, which has experienced multiple violations related to plaster and paint conditions, electrical outlets, and cabinetry stability. While the building has shown some improvements, as indicated by closed violations and service requests, the pattern of recurring maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and resident comfort. The property has maintained an active response to pest control efforts, as shown by bedbug reporting indicating zero infestations in the past three filing periods, though issues with other pests remain evident. The building's recent inspection records suggest increased attention to maintenance and compliance, with multiple housing maintenance code violations being closed through inspections and repairs. The property also shows evidence of maintaining compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, with consistent filings showing no current infestations, though there was one confirmed unit affected in 2022.

The building's operating history includes several violations of NYC's Technical Codes (2018-2023), though many of these have been dismissed or resolved. A notable ECB violation from 2024 concerning boiler maintenance and safety requirements remains active with an associated penalty. Housing Maintenance Code violations from 2024 and 2025 show a range of issues requiring attention, including work needed on doors, windows, plumbing fixtures, and ceiling conditions. Recent inspections and service requests indicate ongoing efforts to address building maintenance issues, though access challenges for some inspections have been recorded. The property has maintained relatively consistent record-keeping regarding pest control and bedbug reporting, though recent complaints and violations suggest continued attention to building systems and resident comfort is required. The building's history shows a range of maintenance and safety concerns that have required multiple inspections and repairs, with most recent violations being addressed through inspections and closings, though some active violations remain