518 West 148th Street, Manhattan, NY 10031

518 West 148th Street, a 5-story New Law Tenement built in 1920 and currently owned by Hamilton Heights Community Hdfc, has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years, particularly regarding water-related problems. From December 2023 through April 2024, there were multiple reports of water leaks, including instances of heavy flow and damp spots. These complaints led to the issuance of Class B violations in March 2024, specifically affecting Apartment 4B, where issues with water leaks at the ceiling in the bathroom, fire escape window recess, and north wall have been documented.

This apartment has also faced ongoing challenges with mold, as evidenced by a 2022 violation requiring remediation of a visible mold condition in the bathroom. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of moisture-related issues, with several water leak complaints continuing into 2024, despite some complaints being resolved with no violations issued. Additionally, the property has undergone various inspection and maintenance activities related to rodent control, with records indicating rat activity in early 2023 and subsequent baiting efforts.

More recent inspections in 2024 and 2025 show passing results for rodent inspections, suggesting some improvement in pest management. The building's exterior has required attention as well, with an open violation from 2023 regarding rust removal and painting of balcony components and fire escape areas. Notably, the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with zero reported cases across multiple annual filings from 2019 through 2024. While there have been periodic issues with various building systems, the frequency and nature of water-related complaints, particularly in Apartment 4B, and the history of pest management efforts stand out as significant aspects of this property's maintenance history.