459 West 44th Street, Manhattan, NY 10036

459 West 44th Street is a 6-story New Law Tenement building located in Hell's Kitchen, owned by Linda Sousa and constructed in 1920. The building has experienced several noteworthy issues over recent years, most notably a concerning pattern of violations between 2019-2023 requiring various safety and compliance updates. In 2019, multiple Class A violations were documented regarding missing or inadequate safety postings in the building's public hall, including requirements for gas leak procedures, carbon monoxide detector information, and electrical outlet safety.

There was also a heavy water leak complaint in 2019. More recently, the building faced regulatory scrutiny for failing to file annual bedbug reports in 2021-2023, though subsequent filings from 2024 and 2025 show no reported infestations. In 2022, there were multiple complaints regarding unauthorized construction work, including the installation of iron bars at the building's exposure, which resulted in an Environmental Control Board violation. The elevator system has also required attention, with a 2020 violation for missing monitoring equipment that was subsequently resolved with a penalty.

The building's maintenance record shows consistent attention to pest control, with no documented rodent or bedbug infestations since 2021, and regular pest inspection passes in 2022-2023. While several historical violations remain on record, many have been addressed or resolved over time. The property has maintained a relatively stable compliance record in recent years, with the most recent bedbug reports and rodent inspections showing no active infestations or violations as of 2025. Of particular note is the building's proactive stance on rodent control, having passed multiple inspections throughout 2022-2024.