533 West 145th Street, Manhattan, NY 10031

The 15-unit, 5-story tenement building at 533 West 145th Street in Hamilton Heights, owned by Randall Powell, has experienced multiple significant maintenance and safety issues over the past two years. Most recently, in 2025, there is an ongoing complaint about construction lead dust affecting common areas and apartments. The property has also faced recurring electrical problems, including a power outage in January 2024 and a no-lighting issue in August 2024, though inspections did not result in violations.

Multiple safety concerns emerged in mid-2024, including problems with carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, and an emergency report of unsanitary conditions related to garbage/recycling storage and mold. Two apartments (2R and 4R/F) currently have open violations related to water leaks, with 4R facing numerous additional violations for missing smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and a pest infestation. Historical issues include a 2019 gas-related violation involving a broken appliance valve, for which a penalty of $1,250 was imposed.

The building has seen consistent rodent activity throughout 2024-2025, with multiple inspections confirming this issue, though recent bedbug reports show no current infestations. There have been several plumbing and water-related complaints throughout 2023-2024, including issues with bathtubs, showers, and water supply. While many complaints have been closed, indicating some issues were addressed, the presence of open violations and ongoing service requests suggests continued maintenance challenges. Recent permits and work orders indicate construction activity, with a partially rescinded stop work order recorded in July 2025.