128 West 72nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10023

128 West 72nd Street is a 4-story, 7-unit residential building constructed in 1935, currently owned by Leonard Zangas. The property has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water throughout 2023-2024, with multiple emergency complaints filed to HPD, particularly during October 2024 when violations were issued regarding inadequate heat and hot water provision throughout the entire building. Apartment 5B has been the focus of several specific maintenance issues including problems with smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, self-closing doors, and radiator shutoff valves, though records indicate these violations were generally addressed promptly.

The building experienced a serious roof safety violation in 2019 regarding unprotected HVAC units and skylights, with a $2,500 penalty imposed. Recent history shows a stable bedbug situation, with no infestations reported since 2019. Rodent inspections have generally passed, though there were some reports of rat activity in 2022.

The building's heating infrastructure has required multiple inspections and complaints, particularly affecting tenant comfort during winter months. The property has maintained regular permit issuance for various maintenance and repair work, with several permits issued between 2018-2020. A food establishment complaint regarding rodents/insects/garbage was filed and closed in early 2025, though this appears to be related to a commercial unit rather than the residential building. The building has consistently undergone rodent inspections with generally positive results, except for two instances in 2022 showing rat activity.