3551 Broadway, Manhattan, NY 10031

3551 Broadway is a 28-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement building located in Hamilton Heights, constructed in 1906 and currently owned by Giro Desimone. The building has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water systems, particularly evident in multiple complaints during early 2025, with some complaints being classified as emergencies. More recently, in June 2025, there were complaints regarding an electric/gas range and cabinet issues, with violations issued for the cabinet problem. The building has also faced challenges with window and door conditions, as evidenced by several complaints in March 2025 where HPD was unable to complete inspections.

The building's maintenance history shows concerning patterns, including an outstanding violation issued in June 2023 for failure to file the 2021 external low pressure inspection. There were significant safety issues noted in 2022-2023, including a violation regarding broken window sash balance in Apartment 55 and hot water supply issues. The property has experienced periodic pest control challenges, with evidence of rodent activity recorded in July 2023 and August 2023 inspections. Additionally, there were several building safety violations related to fire escape access and safety measures in 2018 during facade work, resulting in various penalties including a $10,000 violation for failure to maintain proper safety measures during facade work. Notable recent building improvements include successful rodent inspections in 2024-2025, indicating some progress in pest control.

The building has maintained a relatively clean bedbug record in recent years, with no reported infestations since 2020. Safety systems deficiencies have been identified and addressed to some extent, including the repair or replacement of smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors in Apartment 2 in late 2023. The property has undergone various maintenance inspections and violations have generally been addressed through certification, though some recent violations remain open. The building's history shows a mix of urgent maintenance needs and routine violations, with heat and hot water systems being persistent concerns. Recent inspections have demonstrated some improvement in pest control and maintenance response, though notable violations remain regarding building safety systems and inspection compliance.