540 West 53Rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10019

540 West 53rd Street, a 12-story, 103-unit building completed in 2016 and owned by Joe Restuccia, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past three years. The most pressing current concerns include multiple open complaints regarding unsanitary garbage/recycling storage (April-May 2025) and an open emergency door/window issue (June 2025). There have been persistent heat and hot water problems, with multiple complaints in 2024-2025, though inspections sometimes could not access units for verification.

The building has accumulated several housing maintenance code violations, particularly affecting unit 12H, which has multiple open violations from February 2024 related to water damage, door issues, and interior surface problems, along with an open violation from unit 9J regarding kitchen cabinets. In terms of infrastructure, the building's systems have shown recurring issues, including a June 2024 ECB violation for a non-operable boiler. Multiple housing maintenance code violations were issued between 2023-2024, though many were eventually dismissed. The property has maintained a pest-free record in recent bedbug inspections (2021-2025), and rodent inspections from 2022 to July 2025 have consistently passed.

The building's management has responded to various safety concerns, including egress and elevator issues, though some inspection attempts faced access difficulties. Recent permit activity suggests ongoing maintenance and compliance efforts, with multiple permits for electrical work issued between 2022-2024. The building's documented history shows a pattern of maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heating systems, plumbing, and building access, with some violations remaining unresolved for extended periods. However, regular rodent inspections and bedbug monitoring indicate effective pest management, and recent permits suggest active maintenance practices.