305 West 21st Street, Manhattan, NY 10011

The five-story, four-unit apartment building at 305 West 21st Street in Chelsea, owned by Lola Bird, has experienced several noteworthy issues recently. In late 2019, the building faced a heating and hot water emergency that affected the entire structure, though these services were reportedly restored within a couple of days.

More recently, in mid-2024, there were two significant complaints filed with the Department of Buildings regarding unauthorized plumbing work and possible illegal conversion of the property. Unfortunately, in both cases, the inspector was unable to gain access to the building during their final inspection attempts.

Additionally, a violation was issued in June 2023 regarding the failure to file the 2021 external low-pressure inspection, though this violation was subsequently dismissed in July 2023. The building's pest control record appears relatively stable, with no bedbug infestations reported in the most recent filing period from November 2022 to October 2023. The property's issues seem to predominantly revolve around access and compliance matters, particularly regarding plumbing work and building system inspections, rather than more severe resident comfort or safety concerns.