101 West 77th Street, Manhattan, NY 10024

101 West 77th Street is a 5-story, 24-unit OLD LAW TENEMENT building constructed in 1892 and currently owned by Zacarias Vazquez. The property has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues throughout 2024-2025, with multiple emergency complaints about system failures affecting the entire building, including recent complaints in April 2025 that HPD could not inspect due to access issues. The building has documented rodent activity, with regular baiting inspections showing consistent presence between mid-2023 and 2024, though there have been no bedbug infestations reported since 2020.

Previous violations from 2018-2021 included multiple safety concerns such as fire escape obstructions (flower pots and household items), a defective intercom system, and mold/water leak issues in apartment 2D. In 2020, there were significant facade maintenance concerns with loose brownstone noted on both the West 77th and Columbus Avenue sides, resulting in a sidewalk shed installation and a $1,250 penalty, though this was later resolved. The building's maintenance history shows persistent heat system issues, with at least eight documented heating complaints from 2020-2025.

Various violations have been documented over the years, including a 2021 finding regarding one apartment's mold and water leakage problems, defective fire escape ladder issues, and problems with paint/plaster surfaces. In 2020, multiple complaints regarding construction work were filed, though inspections found no violations warranting further action. While the building has had several health department inspections related to food establishments in the area, these were generally resolved without major findings. Recent maintenance records indicate ongoing pest management efforts, particularly regarding rodent control, with inspections continuing into 2024.