509 West 170th Street, Manhattan, NY 10032
This 20-unit, 5-story New Law Tenement building located at 509 West 170th Street in Washington Heights, owned by Hertzel Moezinia, has experienced recurring heat and hot water system issues throughout 2024, with multiple emergency complaints filed between October 2024 and December 2024. Most recently, in March 2025, there is an open complaint regarding a door issue at the building.
The property has documented maintenance violations, including two July 2024 Class C violations related to defective self-closing doors at the building entrance and fire door, and an ongoing Class B violation concerning obstructed fire escape egress on the 2nd story due to flower pots. Historical data shows a consistent pattern of heating system problems, with multiple complaints and violations recorded since 2019.
The building's management has been responsive to pest control issues, with regular bedbug reporting showing no infested units from 2021 through 2025, and rodent inspections showing recent passed results in October 2024 and February 2024, though there were indications of rat activity in mid-2022. A significant administrative matter was noted in 2021, with the building allegedly containing 3 or more additional dwelling units beyond what was legally authorized, though this violation was resolved with no penalties. The building's maintenance history shows periodic attention to various infrastructure issues, including heating systems, doors, and mailboxes, with most violations being addressed and closed in a timely manner, though some recurring issues remain unresolved.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 20 |
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Year built | 1911 |
Total area | 18210 sq ft |
Floors | 5 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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