551 West 183rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10033

The 2-family house at 551 West 183rd Street in Washington Heights, owned by Frances Greene, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues since 2018. Most recently, in June 2025, there was a report of a broken or missing window guard, though inspection access was not granted. The building has ongoing structural concerns, with an active violation from December 2023 regarding disrepair of exterior stucco on the parapet level, for which a penalty of $3,125 was imposed.

Multiple violations from 2018 remain unresolved, including electrical safety concerns, gas line issues, and various plumbing and structural problems in Apartment 1A. The property has also faced structural stability issues, with complaints in late 2023 and early 2024 about building shaking/vibrating, and structural monitoring requirements were imposed in March 2024. The building's exterior has required consistent attention, with multiple violations regarding brick, mortar, and stucco repair needed on various walls and parapets, particularly noted in inspections from 2018-2019. A concerning pattern of rodent activity has been documented throughout 2024-2025, with multiple inspections showing rat activity or requiring bait applications.

The property has also experienced issues with building access for inspections, as seen in both the 311 service request and DOB complaints from 2023-2025. Of note, there are currently open violations from 2018-2019 related to the building's exterior and structural elements, including parged surfaces and protective railings that remain unresolved. The building's history shows persistent maintenance challenges, particularly in Unit 1A, which has documented issues with hot water, plumbing fixtures, and various structural elements. While some violations from 2018 were marked as closed, many others, particularly those related to the building's exterior and structural stability, are still active or marked as open.