770 11th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10019

The 31-story, 864-unit residential building at 770 11th Avenue in Hell's Kitchen, constructed in 2009 and currently owned by Mh Rental LLC, has experienced several significant maintenance and compliance issues in recent years. Most notably, there are recurring concerns about heat and hot water availability, with multiple emergency complaints filed in 2024 and 2025, though inspection access was often not granted. The building has faced numerous maintenance challenges in 2024, including issues with mold, electrical outlets, flooring, and various paint/plaster problems, particularly during August 2024 when multiple complaints were filed simultaneously.

These issues led to several violations in apartments 23J and 27N related to electrical fixtures, cabinets, carbon monoxide detection systems, smoke detectors, and floor maintenance, though most of these were ultimately resolved. More concerning are several active violations related to improper use of the building as an illegal hotel, particularly involving apartment 29A, which is currently subject to substantial fines totaling over $63,000 across multiple violations. The building has also experienced periodic infestations of bedbugs, with the most recent reports from late 2024 indicating ongoing issues, though some units have been successfully treated.

However, the property has consistently passed rodent inspections in recent years, with the most recent inspection in October 2024 showing no issues. The building's maintenance history includes a pattern of violations regarding self-closing doors and various infrastructure systems, with multiple notices of violation for failing to properly certify corrections to immediately hazardous conditions. While some issues have been resolved, the frequency and nature of the complaints suggest ongoing challenges with building maintenance and resident comfort, particularly regarding heat/hot water systems and illegal occupancy concerns.