204 East 96th Street, Manhattan, NY 10128

204 East 96th Street is a 5-story, 18-unit Old Law Tenement building located in Manhattan's Upper East Side, constructed in 1925 and currently owned by Katie Tastaca. The building has experienced several maintenance issues in recent years, with particular attention needed to electrical and sanitary conditions. Most notably, in April 2025, residents reported problems with lighting and pests, though HPD inspectors were unable to gain access to investigate these complaints.

The building has an ongoing history of water-related issues, with multiple complaints about leaks documented between 2021 and 2024, including emergency situations in September and November 2021. Apartment 4D has been the focus of several violations issued on November 24, 2021, including problems with water leaks, plaster surfaces, security doors, fire escape window obstruction, pest infestation, and defective safety devices. The property has also demonstrated proactive pest control measures, with rodent inspections showing consistent passing results between 2010 and 2024, most recently inspecting in October 2024.

Importantly, there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the building between 2019 and 2024, indicating effective pest management practices. While the building has experienced various maintenance issues, including plumbing and electrical problems, the presence of active maintenance violations appears to be limited to specific issues noted in 2021, with many past complaints being resolved through HPD inspections. The property's age and history suggest typical challenges associated with older tenement buildings, though some recent service requests indicate ongoing maintenance concerns that require attention.