44 West 87th Street, Manhattan, NY 10024

44 West 87th Street is a four-story, seven-unit residential building located in the Upper West Side, constructed in 1892 and currently owned by Wanda Hernandez. The building has experienced multiple maintenance issues in recent years, with the most frequent complaints revolving around refrigerator problems, as evidenced by two HPD complaints in the fall of 2024.

A significant inspection in March 2023 revealed multiple violations in apartments 2A and 2D, including issues with hot water supply, faulty electrical outlets, ceramic floor tile damage, and plumbing problems, though records indicate these violations were subsequently closed through proper remediation. The elevator system has been a recurring concern, with two Oath violations issued in late 2021/early 2022 regarding emergency systems and operational safety, though these were resolved with a penalty of $1,250. The building's recent health and safety inspections show some promising trends; there have been no bedbug infestations reported in the past three years, and the most recent rodent inspections in 2024 resulted in "Passed" ratings, though there was one instance of rat activity noted in April 2022.

A Health Department inspection in May 2024 addressed concerns about pigeon waste, but no violations were found. The property has maintained regular compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, showing no evidence of infestation or need for eradication measures. While the building has had its share of maintenance challenges, the management has generally responded to violations in accordance with regulatory requirements, with most issues being resolved through appropriate repairs and interventions.