46 West 73rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10023

The 6-story, 34-unit building at 46 West 73rd Street, owned by Christopher Orpheus and constructed in 1961, has experienced several concerning issues in recent years, particularly regarding pest management and safety systems. Most notably, there have been multiple rodent-related incidents, with the most recent being a rat sighting in March 2025 that resulted in health violations requiring follow-up inspections. The building has undergone several inspections between 2024-2025, with some showing rat activity and others requiring bait applications.

A significant safety concern arose in March 2024 when an inadequate sprinkler system was reported, resulting in an active violation with a $6,250 penalty related to a pet facility on the premises. The building has a documented history of unauthorized commercial use complaints between 2018-2019, primarily regarding a pet-related business occupying unauthorized areas, though most of these complaints either found no violations or resulted from inspectors being unable to gain access. Additionally, there are multiple Environmental Control Board violations from 2018 related to occupancy and safety concerns, though many were ultimately dismissed.

The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbugs since 2019, with no reported infestations in the annual filings. Regular inspections and compliance checks have been conducted, with the most recent showing active rodent management efforts through bait applications. The building's management has typically addressed violations when identified, though some historical issues regarding proper certification of corrections can be noted.