812 West 181st Street, Manhattan, NY 10033

The 6-story New Law tenement at 812 West 181st Street, owned by Samantha Edelstein and containing 54 units, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there are currently active violations related to high-pressure inspections that have not been filed since 2018-2023, and a significant ongoing water leak affecting apartment 51. The building has faced recurrent heat and hot water problems, with multiple complaints between November 2023 and December 2023, though inspectors were unable to access units for verification.

There have been multiple water leak issues reported in 2024, including both slow and heavy flow leaks. Recent rodent issues have been documented, with rat activity reported in late 2024, though a compliance inspection in July 2025 passed. The building's history includes three periods of food poisoning complaints, though inspections determined some were isolated incidents. Other significant issues include the discovery of mold (greater than 10 sq.

ft.) in bathroom ceiling of apartment 51, various maintenance code violations in common areas including paint and fire safety concerns, and various plumbing and heating system violations. The property has active Department of Buildings Environmental Control Board violations related to elevator safety, sprinkler system deficiencies, and gas utility issues. A bedbug report filed in December 2024 indicated four infested units, though all were reported as eradicated. The building's history shows consistent maintenance challenges, particularly regarding water systems, heat, and pest management, suggesting ongoing infrastructure and maintenance management issues that affect resident comfort and safety.