306 West 21st Street, Manhattan, NY 10011

306 West 21st Street is a 15-unit, 5-story old law tenement built in 1900 and currently owned by Vito Verni. The building has experienced a series of maintenance issues in recent years, most notably regarding cooking gas problems in early 2025, which resulted in violations being issued by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD).

Between March and June 2025, multiple complaints were filed and investigated regarding cooking gas, flooring, and various other conditions, with violations being recorded and requiring the owner to make necessary corrections. In 2022, significant violations were documented in Apartment 15, including mold (bathroom), window repairs, plaster and paint issues, and safety concerns regarding smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, though these have since been closed. The building's recent history shows ongoing maintenance challenges, with multiple violations related to paint/plaster, flooring, and appliance issues recorded between 2025 and 2023.

While the bedbug reports from 2020 through 2024 show no infestations, there have been periods of rodent activity, particularly in 2022 when several inspections noted rat presence, though recent inspections in 2023-2025 have passed. The property has experienced various maintenance issues that required HPD intervention, with multiple complaints indicating systemic problems that affect resident comfort and safety, particularly regarding gas systems, flooring, and mold. The building's age and continued maintenance pattern suggest ongoing challenges typical of older tenement buildings in New York City.