112 West 72nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10023

112 West 72nd Street is a 12-story, 66-unit residential building constructed in 1907, currently owned by Christopher Alker. The property has experienced several concerning maintenance issues in recent months, with multiple open violations as of April 2025, including problems with plumbing (multiple toilet issues), electrical systems (power outages and outlet problems), and interior conditions (dust from construction, wall damage, and pests).

Two emergency plumbing violations related to toilets were recorded in April 2025, and there is at least one active Housing Maintenance Code violation for unsanitary conditions involving pests. The building's elevator system appears to be under scrutiny, with multiple active complaints regarding maintenance and device issues as of 2025, along with an active violation from May 2023 regarding an altered/changed building occupancy without proper certification. Historical records show some persistence in maintenance challenges, including a roof inspection in 2024 with one open violation for unsafe conditions, and multiple open violations from 2021 related to garbage storage and fire safety in public areas.

The building's systems have generally passed rodent inspections over the years, and there have been no documented bedbug infestations reported between 2018-2024, suggesting successful pest management in that regard. However, there are notable ongoing concerns regarding plumbing, electrical systems, and general maintenance that suggest attention is needed to address these persistent issues, particularly given the age of the building and its significant number of residential units. The property has undergone various inspections and received different violation classifications, including Class A violations requiring correction, though many of the most recent violations from 2024-2025 remain active as of the current date.