3409 Broadway, Manhattan, NY 10031

The 6-story, 16-unit New Law Tenement at 3409 Broadway in Hamilton Heights, built in 1910 and currently owned by Maxrem Realty LLC, has experienced a number of significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, in June 2025, potential lead-based paint conditions were identified in the building, along with ongoing pest issues that had previously been reported. There have been recurring heating system problems, with multiple complaints about inadequate heat and hot water in March and May 2025, and violations related to floor conditions were issued in June 2025.

The building has also faced important maintenance challenges, including evidence of mold in apartment 5B (2024), multiple rodent infestations, and various plumbing and sanitation issues. The property owner was cited in 2024 for safety concerns including flower pots obstructing fire escapes and violations related to building entrance security. An active Environmental Control Board violation dated February 2024 regarding unauthorized storage of bikes with lithium-ion batteries was issued with a $12,500 penalty. Historical records show the building has had several concerning incidents, including a 2021 complaint about building shaking or vibration, and multiple complaints regarding unlicensed construction work that year.

There was also a serious safety incident in 2021 involving collapsed Bilco sidewalk doors that caused injury to a pedestrian. The building's management has faced multiple violations for failing to file required boiler inspection reports between 2020 and 2023. Despite these issues, more recent inspections (2023-2025) show passing results for rodent inspections, though prior years indicated rat activity. While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the past five years, the building continues to grapple with various maintenance challenges that require ongoing attention.