18 Jacobus Place, Manhattan, NY 10463

The 67-unit, 6-story apartment building at 18 Jacobus Place in Marble Hill, built in 1945 and currently owned by Jacob Estates LLC, is experiencing several significant maintenance issues as of 2025. Of particular concern are multiple active violations regarding the building's retaining wall, which has been classified as structurally compromised and posing a public safety risk, with inspection dates indicating potential collapse hazards from February 2025. The building has ongoing rodent activity, with recent DOHMH complaints in 2025 showing conditions attracting rodents, and a compliance inspection in July 2025 confirming rat activity.

There are multiple unresolved sanitation issues, including two open complaints regarding garbage/recycling storage from February 2025, and recent HPD complaints about water leaks and damp spots in June 2025. The property has a history of moisture-related problems and interior maintenance issues, with Housing Maintenance Code violations documented in December 2024 involving mold, water leaks, and damaged plaster in apartment 1K. Several emergency violations were recorded in June 2025, including issues with doors, plumbing, heavy water leaks, and general maintenance concerns, all of which were subsequently closed but indicate ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's elevator system appears to be experiencing problems, with multiple active complaints in 2025 regarding single device operation and lack of alternate service.

Structural and facade maintenance issues have been documented, with multiple Environmental Control Board violations related to facade maintenance, including cracked bricks and window sills, along with penalties imposed for failure to maintain the building's exterior. Regular inspections have documented consistent rat activity through various compliance inspections, indicating an ongoing pest management challenge. The building's management has faced multiple violations requiring correction of safety hazards, including previously noted issues with the retaining wall and facade conditions. Recent service requests and violations suggest that while some issues have been addressed, there are persistent maintenance challenges that continue to affect the building's habitability and safety standards.