42 West 73rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10023

42 West 73rd Street is a 5-story, 10-unit converted Class A building located in Manhattan's Upper West Side. The historic structure, built in 1891, is currently owned by Zacarias Vazquez. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues throughout 2024-2025, with multiple emergency complaints filed by residents in both January and March 2025, some of which HPD was unable to inspect due to access issues.

These heating system problems have been documented regularly, with at least eight heat-related complaints or violations from late 2023 through early 2025. The property has also faced plumbing challenges, including sewage and water leak complaints in early 2025, both of which HPD was unable to fully investigate. The building has undergone several inspections and faced various violations over recent years, including door-related issues in 2023 regarding the vestibule door at the 1st story, and a 2020 incident involving work without a permit in an occupied multiple dwelling that resulted in a $312 penalty.

Historical records show consistent compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, with no reported infestations since 2019. The property has seen fluctuating rodent activity, with the most recent inspections in 2024 showing rat activity, though earlier inspections from 2023 and earlier generally passed. There have been ongoing maintenance violations requiring attention, and the building's historical records indicate various compliance issues that have generally been addressed over time. While the building has maintained its status as a Class A dwelling, the recent pattern of heating system failures and inability to complete inspections raises concerns about building maintenance and accessibility for proper oversight.