249 East 30th Street, Manhattan, NY 10016

249 East 30th Street, a 5-story commercial altered Class A building constructed in 1917 in Kips Bay, is currently facing significant structural concerns according to recent documentation. As of 2024, there are active violations related to facade issues, with reports of multiple cracks and bulging bricks throughout the fourth exposure of the building. The building's safety and maintenance record shows a pattern of concerning issues, including an active unsafe facade notification from December 2024, and three rodent activity inspections in 2025 showing persistent infestation despite bait application efforts. The property has documented three instances of building shaking/vibrating concerns in late 2024, and a structural monitoring complaint was filed in November 2024.

Historically, the building has experienced various maintenance challenges. In 2019, there were multiple door-related complaints resulting in both violations and emergency responses. The Department of Buildings violations from 2020 revealed multiple outstanding safety concerns, including missing electrical outlet covers, improper door hardware, and issues with fire safety systems for transient use. While the building has maintained an active bedbug reporting record from 2022 to 2024 with zero infestations reported in the past three filing periods, the presence of rodent activity as recent as 2025 suggests ongoing pest management challenges.

All mentioned violations and complaints, except the recent facade issues and rodent concerns, appear to have been resolved or closed, indicating some historical pattern of prompt addressing of maintenance issues, though the nature and frequency of current complaints suggest continued vigilance is necessary. The ownership of the building is recorded under 249 East 30th LLC, with Chris Ochoa listed as the owner. The building's unit configuration includes 12 residential units, though there have been past concerns regarding unauthorized occupancy of non-residential space, which was formally resolved. The property has undergone regular facade inspection requirements (FISP Cycle 9C) as evidenced by recent violations for failing to file technical reports, indicating efforts to comply with local building maintenance standards despite the current structural concerns.