122 West 71st Street, Manhattan, NY 10023

The four-story, ten-unit building at 122 West 71st Street, owned by Adam Jernow, has experienced persistent maintenance issues since late 2024. Most notably, there have been multiple violations related to heating systems, with three separate emergency heat/hot water complaints indicating inadequate service. Additionally, tenants have reported problems with pest infestations, including roaches in multiple apartments (notably in Apartment 4 and Apartment 7), and there are ongoing concerns about electrical systems, with documented issues including non-functioning outlets and switches. The building's infrastructure has been particularly problematic, with several open violations as of late 2024-early 2025 regarding heating system access and smoke detector requirements.

The property has also struggled with plumbing issues, particularly involving bathtub/shower facilities in multiple units. Recent inspection results indicate continuing rodent activity, with the most recent rat inspections in 2024 showing such evidence, though prior inspections in 2023 did record some compliance passes. The building's bedbug reporting history shows no documented infestations or eradications since at least 2019. A questionable incident of after-hours work was reported in February 2023, though no violations were found upon inspection.

Despite numerous service requests and inspections throughout 2024-2025, there appears to be ongoing challenges with building maintenance and response times, as evidenced by several inspection attempts where HPD officials were unable to gain access to inspect reported issues. The property has been consistently reporting and addressing maintenance issues through the Housing Preservation Department, with multiple violations issued throughout late 2024 and early 2025. Violations have been documented for various apartments, including problems with heating systems (class B and C violations), pest infestations, and electrical issues. The building's age (constructed in 1886) and status as a "HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A" property suggest it may have historical features that require specialized maintenance, though this aspect is not directly addressed in the available complaint records.