140 West 69th Street, Manhattan, NY 10023

140 West 69th Street is a 13-story, 237-unit residential building located in Manhattan's Upper West Side, owned by Lincoln Spencer Apts, Inc. The 1905 structure has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, most notably including an open pest-related sanitary condition reported in June 2025, recurring problems with mold (with inspections in late 2023 and 2024 showing no violations), and multiple instances of heat/hot water complaints. The building has faced various emergency and non-emergency maintenance challenges, including plumbing issues (bathtub/shower), water leaks, and problems with paint/plaster on ceilings and walls.

Apartments have reported issues with temperature control, lighting, and electrical systems, most notably in apartment 46B, which has outstanding violations related to smoke and carbon monoxide detector compliance, as well as electrical outlet and door problems. The property has undergone several inspections related to rodent control, passing most recent inspections, although there were noted instances of rat activity in 2017. Building management has maintained an active compliance record regarding bedbug prevention, with no reports of infestation in the past three years.

Multiple construction-related violations were recorded in late 2022 regarding a commercial space construction project, with penalties issued for safety and documentation issues. The building has a history of difficulty allowing inspectors access for certain inspections, as noted in several recent complaints, including those related to heat/hot water and electrical wiring. Despite these challenges, the building has generally maintained its certification requirements, with most violations being resolved, though several open violations remain as of October 2023 related to life safety systems in apartment 46B and other maintenance issues.