255 West End Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10023

The 15-story, 58-unit building at 255 West End Avenue, owned by Michelle Buonfiglio and built in 1917, has experienced several notable maintenance issues in recent years. Most significantly, the building has faced multiple electrical problems in 2021, including power outages, no lighting, and wiring issues, though inspections did not result in any violations.

A serious heat and hot water complaint affecting the entire building was reported in February 2022, with inspectors unable to access units for verification. More recently, concerns about the building's exterior were raised in February 2024, with an active violation related to deteriorating window lintels, mortar joints, brickwork, and terra cotta elements on the east elevation, resulting in a $1,250 penalty. The building has demonstrated proactive pest management, with no bedbug infestations reported in the past seven filing periods (2019-2025), though there was one rat sighting complaint in November 2023, which was investigated with no violations found.

Multiple inspections between 2017 and 2024 have consistently passed rodent inspections, with the most recent three inspections in 2023-2024 showing no violations. While there have been several violations noted regarding required postings in the building's entrance area (dating back to 2021), including the property's registration number and heating system contact information, these appear to be administrative in nature. The building's management has generally responded to complaints and maintained necessary permits, with no illegal hotel room or occupancy violations confirmed during recent investigations in 2023.