159 West 228th Street, Manhattan, NY 10463

The 21-unit, 5-story New Law Tenement building at 159 West 228th Street in Marble Hill, owned by Michael Rubin, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent months. As of April 2025, there are multiple open complaints including problems with the ceiling, walls, and floors, as well as ongoing concerns about window frames and pests. The building has also faced recurring heating issues, with complaints about heat and hot water affecting the entire building filed in both February and April 2025, though some were subsequently closed after inspections.

Apartment 2 has been the focus of several violations, including mold issues, water leaks, and defective fixtures, with some violations classified as Class B, indicating potential safety concerns. The building's recent history shows a pattern of maintenance challenges, particularly in 2024-2025, with multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions, including pests and mold. While some issues have been resolved through inspections and repairs, others remain outstanding.

The property has a relatively clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with no reported cases in the past five years, though there was one instance of rat activity noted in 2020. Three complaints about building systems were filed in early 2025, including issues with paints and plaster, and there is an active violation regarding an unfiled boiler inspection report from 2019. Multiple inspections and complaints between 2018-2019 suggest previous concerns about egress and illegal use in the residential zone, though these were closed with no violations found upon inspection.