73 West 85th Street, Manhattan, NY 10024

The building at 73 West 85th Street, an 1887 four-story structure currently owned by Alexa Roth, has experienced notable ongoing maintenance challenges in recent years, most significantly related to pest control and water issues. Between May and July 2024, there were multiple complaints and violations regarding unsanitary conditions and pest infestations, particularly in basement Apartment A, with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) issuing violations during inspections.

The property has a documented history of water-related problems, with heavy flow water leak complaints in 2023 and 2024, resulting in violations when inspected. The building's current violation status as of July 2024 includes open Class C violations for defective self-closing doors, rodent infestations, and several safety-related issues, including the need for proper posting of building information, smoke detector requirements, and carbon monoxide detector compliance in Apartment A. The building has undergone periodic inspections for rodent activity, showing a pattern of initial rat activity followed by compliance passes, with the most recent passing inspection in September 2024 suggesting some temporary resolution of this recurring issue.

Notably, the building has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations in recent years, with regular reporting showing no affected units or eradication requirements. Historical records from 2019 indicate a one-time debris inspection that found no violations, and past mold issues reported in 2018 were not accessible for inspection. The property, classified as HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A, contains 14 units and has experienced periodic regulatory scrutiny requiring attention to various maintenance and safety standards, with the most significant ongoing issues appearing to be related to pest control and water management.