4 West 43rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10036

The 8-story building at 4 West 43rd Street in Midtown, owned by Luis Araujo, has had various regulatory interactions over the past several years, with some recurring issues. Most notably, the property appears to have experienced multiple pest-related incidents, with a recent complaint in August 2023 regarding unsanitary conditions and pests, though no violations were ultimately issued. The building has consistently received violations related to bedbug report filings from 2021 through 2024, indicating an ongoing requirement for compliance with HPD's bedbug reporting rules.

Between 2021 and 2025, there have been verified instances of rodent inspections passing in 2010-2012, suggesting previous attention to pest management. The building has faced several administrative challenges regarding inspection and reporting compliance, particularly with external pressure inspection filings from 2018 to 2021, though these violations were ultimately dismissed in October 2023. Historically, there were two significant exterior-related ECB violations in 2018 and 2021 concerning building walls and appurtenances, with one carrying a $1,250 penalty.

The property has undergone multiple inspections in 2023, including evaluations of sidewalk conditions, elevator systems, site safety for workers, and unauthorized work, though none resulted in violations. The most recent bedbug report filings for 2024-2025 indicate all previously infested units have been successfully eradicated, suggesting improved pest management adherence, while recent filings show no ongoing infestations. The building's documentation also shows regular maintenance of its elevator and external systems through proper permitting and inspections, most notably a permit issued in October 2019 for exterior work.