47 Ft Washington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10032
At 47 Fort Washington Avenue in Washington Heights, a 6-story, 41-unit tenement built in 1914, recent months have shown concerning patterns of maintenance issues, particularly regarding heating systems. Between January and April 2025 alone, there were at least five documented complaints about heat and hot water problems, with some resulting in HPD inspections that were unable to gain access to the affected units.
The building has also experienced ongoing rodent activity, with multiple bait applications recorded in 2025, though some inspections have shown rat activity while others passed. Significant safety concerns are highlighted by several open violations from 2023-2024, including issues with the fire escape system, security features, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in Apartment 4, and an active ECB violation regarding exterior facade maintenance with a $6,250 penalty for broken windows and other damage. The building's recent history shows recurring infrastructure challenges, particularly during 2024, when there were multiple complaints about heating issues affecting the entire building.
Additional concerns documented in 2024-2025 include a pattern of tenant access issues during inspections, an active complaint regarding improper vent/exhaust installation as of May 2025, and multiple rodent inspections showing varying compliance results. Though the building has undergone some permit activity in recent years, including exterior work permits issued between 2018-2022, there are ongoing violations related to failure to file required inspection reports and maintain safety features. The building has consistently reported no bedbug infestations in recent annual filings (2021-2025), though the presence of other persistent maintenance issues suggests continued attention to building systems is needed.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 41 |
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Year built | 1914 |
Total area | 63084 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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