417 East 12th Street, Manhattan, NY 10009

The 15-unit, 6-story building at 417 East 12th Street, owned by Jason Haitkin, has experienced ongoing maintenance and compliance challenges since its construction in 1920. Most concerning are the active violations related to external low-pressure inspections, with penalties ranging from $1,250 to $6,250 imposed by the Environmental Control Board between 2021-2024. There are also outstanding violations regarding building exterior maintenance from 2021, specifically involving cracked and spalled masonry on the parapet walls.

The building has faced recurring heat and hot water issues, with multiple complaints in 2018-2024, though inspections typically found no violations, and systems were reportedly restored. Three significant violations were recorded in 2019 related to apartment 6B, including defective smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and a non-compliant door mechanism, though these were ultimately closed. Recent inspections reveal a mixed record of rodent activity, with inspections in 2024 and 2025 showing both passed inspections and reports of rat activity.

The building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with no reported cases in the past six years. Multiple 311 service requests in 2024 and previous years have been filed regarding unsanitary conditions related to garbage storage, though these also typically resulted in no violations being found. The property has undergone several regulatory inspections and responses from various agencies, including the Department of Buildings and Housing Preservation and Development, with most complaints being addressed and closed, though some remain active. Recent filings indicate an effort to maintain compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, with no infestations reported in the past year.