116 West 73rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10023

116 West 73rd Street is a 5-story, 10-unit residential building constructed in 1885 in Manhattan's Upper West Side neighborhood. The property has experienced recurring rodent issues recently, with multiple rat sightings and inspections throughout 2023 and into 2024, including failed compliance inspections and the application of bait in multiple instances.

Most recently, in September 2023, there were two complaints about rat sightings. The building has undergone various maintenance issues over the years, including a heat and hot water complaint in February 2021 that was classified as an emergency but could not be inspected due to lack of access. Several violations were documented between 2016-2019, including problems with exterior lighting, air vent covers, and a loose scuttle ladder, though most of these violations have since been closed.

A concerning illegal conversion complaint was filed in November 2023, though inspectors were unable to gain access during their follow-up in January 2024. On a positive note, the building has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations over the past several years, with the most recent reports in 2024 showing no affected units. The property's rodent management has shown some responsiveness from management, with multiple bait applications recorded throughout 2023, though the persistent rodent activity suggests ongoing challenges in this area.