57 West 82nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10024

57 West 82nd Street is a 4-story, 10-unit residential building located in the Upper West Side and owned by Michael Bergman. Built in 1885, this property has experienced several maintenance challenges in recent years, most notably in 2018 when there were simultaneous reports of water leaks and mold issues, which were subsequently addressed and closed by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD).

The building has maintained an active bedbug reporting record from 2019 through 2024, with all annual reports showing zero infested units, though violations were issued in 2021 and 2023 for failing to file the required annual bedbug report, which were later closed. A gas utility inspection in 2021 found no violations. More concerning is the recent rodent activity pattern observed in 2023-2024, with multiple inspections revealing rat activity between September 2023 and November 2024, though bait was applied during several inspections.

The most recent inspections in November 2024 have shown consistent bait application, suggesting ongoing rodent control efforts. The building's age and history of maintenance issues, combined with the current rodent situation, indicate continued attention to building upkeep is required. However, it's worth noting that the building has successfully maintained a pest-free environment regarding bedbugs for several years, and past water and mold issues were addressed through proper channels.