66 West 88th Street, Manhattan, NY 10024

66 West 88th Street is a 48-unit, 6-story residential building constructed in 1941 and currently owned by David Tennenbaum. The building has experienced numerous maintenance issues over the past two years, with particular concerns regarding access to inspections by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). Between January 2025 and June 2025, there were multiple complaints about paint/plaster issues on walls, windows, and ceilings, as well as problems with electric/gas ranges.

HPD attempted inspections for several of these complaints but was unable to gain access, leading to their closure. In late 2024, significant violations were documented in apartments 3C, 3D, and 6E, including lead paint hazards, water leakage issues, and problems with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. These violations were subsequently resolved in early 2025. The building has had persistent pest control challenges, with drug activity confirmed through multiple inspections in 2023-2024.

However, there have been no documented bedbug infestations in recent years, with consistent reports showing zero infested or eradicated units from 2018 to 2024. The property previously faced regulatory scrutiny in 2020 regarding alleged illegal conversions, resulting in a $1,250 fine for unauthorized occupancy modifications at the first floor. While there is a history of various maintenance issues, including heating concerns and electrical problems, the building has shown some responsiveness to addressing violations when they are formally documented. Recent complaints and service requests indicate ongoing maintenance challenges that appear to be impacting resident comfort and building upkeep.