1 Sickles Street, Manhattan, NY 10040

1 Sickles Street is a 5-story, 134-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1929, currently owned by Sameh Iskander. The property has experienced persistent pest and sanitation issues over the past year, with multiple violations related to rodents, mold, and unsanitary conditions documented between 2024 and 2025. Recent Health Department inspections have consistently found rodent activity, with follow-up inspections scheduled after violations were noted in both 2024 and 2025.

Housing Preservation Department records show multiple pest-related violations, particularly in apartments B15 and C24, though some issues were characterized as non-emergency during initial inspections. The building's elevator system has been a recurring source of complaints and violations, with multiple reports of non-functioning devices and safety hazards between 2024 and 2025, resulting in significant penalties. Current active violations include problems with the elevator car saddle alignment creating a tripping hazard, and two Class 1 violations related to elevator safety features with $6,250 penalties.

Additional infrastructure concerns include ongoing issues with heat/hot water systems, plumbing, and various general maintenance items. The property has maintained a bedbug-free status in recent reporting periods, though historical data shows instances in 2018-2019. Environmental Control Board violations from 2024-2025 indicate challenges with maintaining required safety systems and addressing identified hazards, including lead-based paint requirements. The building's energy efficiency compliance has also been noted as an area requiring attention, with multiple active violations related to energy score display and reporting.