221 East 60th Street, Manhattan, NY 10022

221 East 60th Street is a 4-story, 9-unit residential building constructed in 1910 and currently owned by Regina Ajodan. The property has experienced several maintenance issues in the past year, with the most pressing concern being an open emergency water leak (heavy flow) complaint from June 2025, which is still unresolved. This building has a documented history of water-related problems, including an earlier slow leak complaint from December 2024 that persisted until May 2025. Other recent issues include a paint/plaster problem with a ceiling (closed in June 2025 with violations issued), an emergency smoke detector safety complaint (closed), and an unsanitary garbage/recycling storage condition (closed with violations).

The building's maintenance record shows a pattern of infrastructure challenges, particularly regarding heating and water systems. In December 2024, there were problems with both heat and hot water affecting the entire building, though these issues were resolved within days. Multiple violations were documented in December 2024, including concerns about the heating system access, and various repairs needed in apartment 3R, including issues with flooring, cabinets, and a ceiling water leak. The building underwent several inspections and repairs in 2023, including multiple violations related to doors, plaster surfaces, locks, and water damage in apartment 3R.

Significantly, the Department of Buildings issued two environmental violations in July 2023 regarding building maintenance issues, including cracks in the front wall, windows, and roof parapet, as well as multiple cracks in apartment 3R's walls, windows, ceiling, and flooring. The building also had some structural concerns raised in 2025 regarding building shaking/vibration, though this complaint was resolved with an Oath Violation Served. While there have been no recorded bedbug infestations in recent years (with reports showing zero infested units), the building's maintenance history suggests ongoing attention needed for various infrastructure systems, particularly water and heating. The property has consistently passed rodent inspections since at least 2011, indicating effective pest management.