221 East 50th Street, Manhattan, NY 10022

221 East 50th Street is an 8-story, 47-unit residential building located in Midtown and constructed in 1957, currently owned by Justin Clayton. The building experienced significant issues in late 2020, when multiple complaints were filed regarding unauthorized work, leading to three stop-work orders that were subsequently rescinded in early 2021. These violations were accompanied by environmental control board violations related to inadequate tenant protection plans, failure to provide proper safety documentation, and inadequate posting of safety requirements, though most of these were resolved without penalties.

The building has maintained a consistent record of bedbug-free status since 2019, with no reported infestations or eradications in any of the annual filings through 2025. Additionally, rodent inspections conducted regularly from 2010 to 2025 have all resulted in passing grades, indicating good pest management practices. The building's recent compliance history shows attention to regulatory requirements, with the most recent bedbug filing in February 2025 confirming continued absence of infestations.

There were violations related to energy benchmarking in August 2022, though this was dismissed upon resubmission. Several work permits were issued between 2018 and 2021 for various projects, including emergency work in late 2020 and early 2021, with all permits subsequently approved. The building's maintenance records indicate regular upkeep, particularly in addressing the regulatory violations that arose in late 2020 and early 2021, suggesting improved compliance with building codes and tenant safety requirements in recent years.