145 Audubon Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10032

The 48-unit, 6-story building at 145 Audubon Avenue in Washington Heights, owned by Hamit Haziraj, has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly with its heating system and elevator. The most significant recent concerns have centered around heating and hot water availability, with multiple building-wide complaints filed between March and April 2025, some requiring emergency responses from HPD. The elevator system's reliability has been a persistent problem; while there are currently open complaints regarding elevator maintenance from January 2025, records show multiple similar complaints between 2019-2020, though many were closed without violation.

The building has also faced challenges with pest control, including periodic rodent activity as evidenced by multiple inspections between 2022-2025, and bedbug incidents, with the most recent reporting in December 2024 showing no current infestations. Additional noteworthy issues include structural and safety concerns identified through Housing Maintenance Code violations. These include defective fire escape components, problematic bathroom tiles, and an ongoing issue with a defective electrical outlet in Apartment 4G (still open as of December 2023).

The building's maintenance history shows an active response to various resident concerns, though access issues have sometimes hindered inspections. Recent health department complaints about smoking in prohibited areas were filed in 2025, suggesting challenges with enforcing building policies. The property's age (built in 1909) and classification as a New Law Tenement contribute to its complex maintenance history, and while some issues have been resolved promptly, patterns of recurring problems—particularly with essential services like heat and elevator access—are evident.