510 West 218th Street, Manhattan, NY 10034

510 West 218th Street is a 41-unit, 5-story New Law Tenement built in 1925 and currently owned by Abdul Azizi. The building has experienced ongoing maintenance and health challenges, with the most pressing issues in recent months being rodent activity and unsanitary conditions related to pests, with an open complaint filed in March 2025. There have been multiple heating and hot water issues affecting the entire building between 2022 and 2025, including three emergency complaints in 2022-2024 that required HPD intervention, though some were closed due to lack of access for inspections.

The building has a history of mechanical system violations, including multiple unresolved high-pressure inspection filing violations from 2018-2023, and a serious boiler violation issued in April 2024 regarding exposed wiring and safety deficiencies that resulted in a $312 penalty. Recent inspections show persistent rodent activity, with compliance inspections documenting rat presence throughout 2023 and 2024. The building has received various violation notices requiring repairs to self-closing doors, emergency exit access, and fire safety equipment, with some of these violations remaining open as of late 2024.

While there were no bedbug infestations reported in the most recent filings for the periods 2022-2023 and earlier (2019-2020), the building has experienced several maintenance issues requiring HPD involvement for various systems including appliances, doors/windows, and general repairs. The property has undergone multiple health department inspections regarding food establishment issues, though most have been closed promptly, and a smoking/vaping violation was recorded in early 2025. The building's persistent service requests and violations suggest ongoing challenges with building maintenance and resident comfort, particularly regarding heating systems and pest management.