3681 Broadway, Manhattan, NY 10031

3681 Broadway is a 6-story, 51-unit New Law Tenement building located in Hamilton Heights, built in 1920 and currently owned by Christian Delgado. The property has experienced recurring issues with heating and water supply, most recently in January 2025 when a heat/hot water complaint for the entire building was filed, though inspectors were unable to gain access to investigate. A cluster of plumbing-related complaints in February 2024 resulted in violations for inadequate water supply in apartment 54. The building has also faced challenges with unsanitary conditions, including mold and pest issues, with inspections conducted in late 2023 and mid-2023 finding no violations in some cases, though access was denied in others.

Significant building maintenance and safety concerns have emerged over the past several years, particularly related to the elevator system and lead paint compliance. Multiple elevator-related complaints and violations were documented between 2018 and 2021, including issues with door restrictors, hoist ropes, and inadequate alternate service. There are currently two open violations (from December 2023) regarding lead paint hazard control requirements in apartments 2 and 38. The building has undergone several inspections for rodent activity, with mixed results, including one instance of rat activity in May 2023 and several periods of bait application in 2020.

The property has maintained an active bedbug control program, with no reported infestations in the past five filing periods from 2020 to 2025. Compliance with various safety systems, including sprinklers and gas installations, has been a recurring theme in violations, particularly in 2021 when multiple citations were issued related to laundry room equipment and gas supply systems. The building's recent history shows ongoing concerns with basic services such as heat and water supply, while also facing challenges with maintaining compliance with safety regulations regarding lead paint, fire safety systems, and elevator operation. While inspections have occasionally revealed serious issues requiring immediate attention, many complaints have been resolved through various means, including inspections finding no violations or access denial for inspectors. The property has maintained a generally active response to pest control measures, with no documented infestations in recent years, though rodent inspections have shown variable results.