304 East 81st Street, Manhattan, NY 10028

304 East 81st Street is a 4-story, 11-unit residential building constructed in 1910 and currently owned by Salvatore Gaudio. The Upper East Side property, which is classified as a HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A building, has experienced several notable incidents in recent years, with the most pressing concerns related to building maintenance and infrastructure.

In late 2023, there was an emergency heat/hot water complaint affecting the entire building, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify the reported issues. The building also faced scrutiny in 2022 when there was a work without permit complaint regarding an enclosed structure at the rear, which resulted in an active violation with a penalty of $1,250, though this appears to have been resolved by October 2022. The property has maintained a relatively good record regarding pest control, particularly in the area of bedbugs, as evidenced by five consecutive annual reports (2019-2023) indicating zero infested units.

Additionally, the building has passed multiple rodent inspections between 2016 and 2023, showing overall compliance with health regulations, though there was one failed inspection in October 2016. The most recent building inspections conducted in 2023 (for heat) and 2025 (for animal facility compliance) resulted in no violations being found, indicating responsive resolution of most complaints. While the building has experienced occasional maintenance issues, particularly regarding heating systems and unauthorized modifications, the overall record suggests active management and regular compliance with health and safety inspections, with most violations being addressed and closed through proper channels.