250 West 50th Street, Manhattan, NY 10019

250 West 50th Street, a 40-story residential building constructed in 1998 with 550 units, has experienced several recurring maintenance and safety issues in recent years under the ownership of Jon Vogel. Most notably, there have been persistent problems with heat and hot water systems, particularly in 2024-2025, including multiple emergency complaints about lack of heat/hot water affecting both individual apartments and the entire building. The building is currently facing three open violations from June 2025 related to unsanitary conditions (including sewage and garbage storage) and ventilation systems, and there are ongoing concerns about the building's drinking water tank's unsanitary condition, which was reported in January 2025.

The elevator system has been a significant area of concern, with multiple complaints about its operation, including two active complaints from 2025 regarding multiple devices. Historical data shows a pattern of elevator violations between 2019 and 2024, including past instances of being out of service and requiring repairs. The building has also seen various maintenance issues, including plumbing problems (evidenced by a radiator complaint from December 2024), water leaks, and problems with interior features such as paint, plaster, and appliances. Safety systems have been another focus, with violations including defective smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in apartment 2G, though these were certified as corrected in late 2024.

The property has experienced periodic pest control challenges, as evidenced by bedbug reports showing infestations in multiple units between 2019 and 2024, though all cases were reported as eradicated. Previous inspections for rodent presence from 2010-2014 all passed. The building has also faced regulatory scrutiny over illegal hotel room operations, with multiple investigations between 2022 and 2025, though most resulted in insufficient evidence to pursue violations. Recent electrical and mechanical issues are being addressed through active permits, including work related to emergency repairs and system upgrades, while the building's management has logged routine maintenance activities through various permit applications.