517 West 151st Street, Manhattan, NY 10031

This five-story, 12-unit Old Law Tenement building in Hamilton Heights, owned by Maxine Brown and constructed in 1910, has experienced several maintenance and compliance issues over recent years. Most notably, there is an active Department of Buildings violation from June 2023 regarding failure to file the 2019 external low-pressure inspection, and a previous violation from November 2019 concerning the 2017 boiler inspection that remains open. The building has consistently failed to submit its annual bedbug reports, resulting in open violations from 2021 through 2024.

Recent and recurring maintenance issues have emerged, particularly in 2023-2024, when multiple plumbing problems were reported, including issues with toilets, bathtubs/showers, sinks, and general plumbing, though many were closed due to lack of access for inspection. Additionally, an unsanitary pigeon condition was reported in April 2024. The building has experienced utility-related issues, including a power outage in March 2019 and heat/hot water problems in November 2019 that were classified as emergencies.

Rodent inspections show a mixed history, with the most recent inspection in February 2025 passing, while an April 2024 inspection failed for unspecified reasons. The building's common areas have been noted for various safety compliance issues, including the need to post carbon monoxide detector requirements, smoke detector requirements, and gas leak procedures, as well as maintain proper notices regarding bedbug reporting and building registration information. While most repair and service requests have been addressed through appropriate channels, the pattern of recurring violations and maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep and compliance with housing regulations.