243 East 17th Street, Manhattan, NY 10003

The four-story, three-unit residential building at 243 East 17th Street in Gramercy, constructed in 1852 and currently owned by Eric Petterson, has experienced several compliance issues in recent years that warrant attention. Most notably, there is a recurring violation from 2021 through 2024 related to the failure to file mandatory annual bedbug reports, which remains open as of April 2024. Additionally, the building has an active Department of Buildings violation from April 2023 concerning the failure to file the 2022 external low-pressure inspection report.

The property has a concerning history of boiler inspection non-compliance, with three violations issued in November 2019 for failing to file the 2017 boiler inspection report, though these were dismissed in August 2023. A rat activity incident was recorded in April 2025, following a passed compliance inspection in May 2025. The building's recent inspection history shows a pattern of housekeeping issues, with several violations related to maintenance requirements, particularly concerning bedbug reporting compliance, which appears to be an ongoing concern for the property.

While the building has generally passed rodent inspections from 2011 through 2018, the recent rat activity in 2025 suggests potential lapses in pest control measures. The property has experienced recurring issues with both pest control and building maintenance compliance, particularly regarding required inspection filings. While some historical violations have been resolved or dismissed, the persistence of bedbug report violations and recent rat activity indicate ongoing challenges with property maintenance and compliance with city regulations. The building's age and history of violations suggest that regular maintenance and compliance oversight are ongoing concerns for this property.