435 Ft Washington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10033

The 6-story New Law Tenement building at 435 Ft Washington Avenue in Washington Heights, owned by Richard Scharf and constructed in 1909, is currently facing multiple maintenance issues as of 2025. Recent complaints from April 2025 have been filed regarding various building conditions including windows, doors, walls, ceilings, floors, and mold, with these service requests indicating that HPD was unable to complete inspections. Throughout 2025, there have been recurring issues with heat and hot water (reported in January, March, and April), and a water leak was reported and addressed in March 2025.

The building has a significant history of rodent activity, with multiple inspections showing rat activity between 2018 and 2025, though the most recent inspection in January 2025 showed bait application. The building has several open and recently addressed violations that impact safety and habitability. As of 2024, there are open violations regarding self-closing doors in the 1st-story public hall and compactor closet, as well as issues with the fire escape ladder.

Previous violations from 2023 indicated problems with fire door hardware and a requirement to maintain the exterior building facade. The building's signage has also been a recurring issue, with multiple violations in 2024 related to unauthorized and improperly maintained illuminated signs, resulting in fines totaling $12,250. A bedbug infestation was recorded in late 2024, marking the first such occurrence in several years. While some violations from previous years have been resolved, including those related to fire escape maintenance and sidewalk shed issues, the frequency of recent complaints and service requests suggests ongoing maintenance challenges in the building.