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Tenants Strike Against NYC's Notorious Landlord Over Harsh Conditions

2/22/2026

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Tenants at 709 West 170th Street in Washington Heights face lack of heat, hot water, and sanitation since 2008, when Daniel Ohebshalom, the landlord, bought the building.
Tenants launched a rent strike in response to these conditions.
Ohebshalom has been named one of New York City's worst landlords and faces jail time for contempt; prosecutors allege he created dangerous conditions to force tenants out.
The case underscores ongoing tenant struggles.

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Story summary

Tenants at 709 West 170th Street in Washington Heights face lack of heat, hot water, and sanitation since 2008, when Daniel Ohebshalom, the landlord, bought the building.
Tenants launched a rent strike in response to these conditions.
Ohebshalom has been named one of New York City's worst landlords and faces jail time for contempt; prosecutors allege he created dangerous conditions to force tenants out.
The case underscores ongoing tenant struggles.