121 West 17th Street, Manhattan, NY 10011

121 West 17th Street is a 9-story, 28-unit residential building constructed in 1909, currently owned by Bill Lukashok. The property has experienced several maintenance and compliance issues over the past few years, with particular concerns regarding its heating system. In early 2024, there were plumbing-related complaints about radiators that were investigated by HPD, though no violations were found.

Throughout 2023-2024, the building faced multiple challenges with Local Law 188/17 compliance inspections, with inspectors repeatedly unable to gain access during four separate visits in October-December 2023. The boiler system appears to have been problematic, with two defective/inoperative complaints recorded in late 2023 that required inspection. The building's maintenance history reveals some recurring issues, including a 2020 violation related to exterior facade maintenance (spalled bricks noted between windows) and various permits related to exterior work.

A significant construction-related incident occurred in 2019 when a Stop Work Order was issued but subsequently rescinded. However, the property has maintained a good record regarding pest management; bedbug reports from 2019-2024 show zero infested units, and recent rodent inspections (most recently passed in October 2024) indicate effective pest control measures. The building's response to maintenance issues seems to generally result in prompt inspections, though access-related challenges have hindered some compliance verification processes. While there have been various violations and complaints over the years, most have been resolved without significant penalties, and the building has demonstrated regular compliance with required inspections and reporting, particularly regarding bedbugs and rodent control.