34 West 72nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10023

This 16-story, 142-unit residential building located at 34 West 72nd Street on the Upper West Side was built in 1926 and is currently owned by Lauren Curtis. The building has experienced several recurring maintenance issues in recent years, with the most pressing concern being an open heat/hot water complaint filed in May 2025, which is still awaiting resolution. Previous heating system problems were also documented in March 2023, though those were resolved shortly thereafter.

Apartment 75 on the 7th floor has been the focus of multiple violations related to water damage and maintenance issues, including unresolved plaster and paint problems, water leaks, defective plumbing fixtures, and missing safety equipment such as smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, all documented in 2022 and still listed as open violations. The building has undergone several inspections and repairs in recent years, including multiple electrical and construction-related matters. An electrical work violation was issued in 2023 for unauthorized electrical work in apartment 155, resulting in a $1,600 penalty.

The property has maintained an active rodent control program, with bait applied regularly throughout 2024, suggesting ongoing pest management efforts. Bedbug reports from 2019-2023 have shown minimal infestation, with only one treated unit reported in 2021. The building has experienced periodic issues with ventilation systems, plumbing (including toilet problems), and interior surface maintenance (walls, ceilings, and cabinets), though many of these issues were resolved following inspections. Safety inspections in 2025 did not reveal any major violations, and the building's elevator and structural systems have received regular maintenance, including multiple work permits for elevator modernization and facade repairs.