546 West 160th Street, Manhattan, NY 10032

546 West 160th Street, a 3-story, 4-unit residential building in Washington Heights owned by Rocio Frias and built in 1914, has experienced recurring hot water and heating system issues over the past several years. Most significantly, in December 2023, two separate incidents were reported regarding inadequate heat and hot water affecting the entire building, resulting in violations. These followed similar complaints in 2021 and 2020, indicating an ongoing pattern of heating system inadequacies.

The most recent inspection in December 2023 revealed multiple violations in Apartment 2, including problems with heat supply, hot water availability, and a pest infestation involving roaches. The building has also been subject to other maintenance issues, including plumbing problems noted in April 2020, and various violations related to building safety in common areas. Despite these challenges, it's worth noting that the building has consistently passed annual rodent inspections since 2015, demonstrating good overall pest management in this regard.

The property has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements from 2020 to 2024, with no reported infestations during the past five reporting periods. While there have been documented violations related to building maintenance, many have been promptly addressed and closed, though the recurring nature of heating and hot water issues suggests this remains an area requiring ongoing attention. The most recent inspections in late 2023 and 2024 have resulted in both closed and open violations, with some issues requiring further certification of correction, including heating system problems in multiple units and a self-closing door issue in the public hall.