47 Sherman Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10040

The 6-story, 43-unit multi-family building at 47 Sherman Avenue in Inwood, owned by Josh Wiesenfeld, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues over the past few years. Most concerning are the violations issued in May 2025 for mold, wiring problems, window frame issues, and pest infestations, which were categorized as emergency situations. In late 2024, violations were documented in apartment 6H for inadequate heat supply and pest infestations, specifically mice and roaches, along with multiple maintenance issues including bathroom tile repairs and mold problems.

The building has ongoing issues with rodent activity, as evidenced by failed inspections in 2023 and 2024, despite some compliance passes. There are multiple active violations related to energy benchmarking report filing requirements from 2019 through 2023, and recent building-wide complaints in 2025 include problems with the bell/buzzer/intercom system, plumbing issues, and unsanitary conditions. Historical data shows some improvement in bedbug management, with no infestations reported in the last three annual filings (2021-2024).

The building's electrical safety has been a concern, with violations noted in 2025 and a 2022 ECB violation for unpermitted electrical work, though this was resolved with an $800 penalty. The Department of Buildings records show multiple permit issuances from 2018 for electrical and plumbing work, suggesting ongoing maintenance and infrastructure updates. The building's systems have been periodically inspected for various issues, including recent observations of rat activity and multiple instances of pest control measures being applied between 2018 and 2024. While some violations have been promptly addressed and closed, the pattern of recurring issues suggests persistent maintenance challenges affecting resident comfort and safety.