6 West 16th Street, Manhattan, NY 10011

6 West 16th Street is a 14-story, 481-unit residential building constructed in 1964, currently owned by Norma Potter and managed by AKAM Associates. The building has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years, with the most serious concerns involving fire safety. As of July 2025, there are active violations from December 2024 regarding inadequate sprinkler systems and improper gas dryer ventilation in the basement laundry rooms, with associated penalties totaling $1,875.

There is also an open violation from June 2024 regarding missing heating system signage in public areas. The building has a documented history of pest issues, with multiple inspections showing rat activity between 2022-2023, and periodic bedbug infestations recorded from 2019 through 2024, though the most recent reports show no active infestations. The building has experienced recurring issues with heating systems, particularly during 2019 when multiple complaints were filed regarding inadequate heat and hot water, though most were resolved without violations.

In 2024-2025, there have been concerns about unauthorized construction work, including electrical wiring modifications and construction materials in occupied spaces, though inspections did not result in confirmed violations. Previous improvements include multiple electrical work permits issued between 2019-2021, suggesting ongoing maintenance and upgrades to building systems. While the building has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements since 2020, showing effective eradication of infestations when they occurred, the presence of rodent activity in recent years indicates ongoing pest management challenges. The property has also faced various general maintenance issues over the years, including problems with walls, ceilings, and windows, though most recent complaints have been properly addressed through the HPD inspection process.