524 East 88th Street, Manhattan, NY 10128

The 5-story, 36-unit tenement building at 524 East 88th Street, built in 1900 and currently owned by Aej 530 East 88th LLC, has experienced several significant maintenance and compliance issues over the past few years. Most recently, in June 2025, there were reports of rodent activity, though the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene inspected the property and found no violations. The building has experienced recurring pest issues, particularly between 2021-2023, with multiple complaints and inspections related to unsanitary conditions and pests, including a concerning pattern of rodent-related issues in 2022. Notable violations were documented in 2022 for Apartment 4C, including defective window guards and a vermin infestation involving flies, which were officially cited but appeared to have been resolved by June 2022.

The building's maintenance history shows several infrastructure and safety-related issues that have required attention. In 2022, there was a heat and hot water emergency complaint that was resolved promptly. Between 2018-2022, various violations were documented regarding building safety systems, including electrical work issues that resulted in multiple citations and fines, though most were subsequently resolved. The building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with zero reported cases from 2018 through the current reporting period (2024-2025).

Regular inspections have been conducted, with the most recent rodent inspection in July 2025 passing successfully. The property has also demonstrated compliance with multiple permit requirements over the years, with several electrical and plumbing permits issued and properly documented through 2019. The building's history shows a pattern of responsive management to most violations, though some issues, particularly those related to pests, appeared to require multiple follow-ups. The most pressing concerns have typically been addressed through official inspections, with most violations being classified as "Closed" following resolution. Recent inspections have shown consistent compliance with health and safety standards, particularly regarding bedbug and pest management, though the recurrence of rodent issues in 2025 suggests some ongoing challenges in maintaining long-term pest control.