498 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10024

Located in Manhattan's Upper West Side, 498 Amsterdam Avenue is a 6-story, 20-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1900 and currently owned by Stacey Shurgin. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years, with particular concerns regarding heat and hot water services. In late 2023, two emergency complaints were filed about heating problems affecting the entire building, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify the issues.

The building has also faced persistent pest control challenges, with multiple reports of unsanitary conditions and pest infestations between 2020 and 2023, particularly involving rodents and insects. Inspection records show rat activity was noted in 2024, following several previous years of similar findings, though a rodent inspection in August 2024 resulted in a "Passed" rating. The building's maintenance history reveals various infrastructure concerns requiring attention, including heating systems, window frames, flooring, and door issues.

Notably, there is one open violation from September 2021 related to pest infestations in Apartment 1, as well as historical notices requiring repairs to self-closing doors. However, there has been no documented bedbug activity in the past six reporting periods, suggesting successful management of this particular pest issue. The property has undergone regular health inspections, with the most recent rodent inspection in August 2024 showing improvement. While some emergency complaints have been resolved, many housing code violations resulted from the department being unable to gain access for inspection, highlighting potential challenges in communication or access procedures within the building.