551 West 152nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10031

The building at 551 West 152nd Street in Hamilton Heights is a 3-story, 11-unit old law tenement built in 1900 and currently owned by Joubin Kalimian. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years, with multiple open complaints as of July 2025 primarily related to building access systems (intercom/buzzer) and door conditions. Most notably, there are currently three open complaints from February 2025 regarding intercom systems and door problems, following similar issues that were reported and closed in January 2025. The building has also faced heating challenges, with heat and hot water complaints recorded in 2024 and an emergency heating complaint in June 2025.

The property has a documented history of infrastructure and safety concerns, particularly regarding building entrance security. In August 2023, there were open Class C violations related to building entrance doors, including the requirement for a one-hour fire resistance rated self-closing door, though some similar violations from earlier inspections were subsequently closed. Recent complaints and violations include pest issues (non-emergency, closed in June 2025), indicating a need for ongoing monitoring of hygienic conditions. The building's recent rodent inspections show mixed results, with rat activity noted in both 2024 and early 2025, though some subsequent inspections passed.

The boiler system has a documented history of regulatory scrutiny, with violations related to registration and permits in 2020, which were ultimately resolved. The building has maintained a zero infestation rate for bedbugs over the past five reporting periods from 2019-2025, showing effective pest management in this regard. However, the frequency of recent service requests and the nature of recurring maintenance issues suggest ongoing challenges with building systems and infrastructure. The property has experienced multiple violations related to doors, security systems, and heating elements, indicating areas that require regular attention to maintain resident comfort and safety.