104 Lenox Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10026

104 Lenox Avenue is a 6-story, 22-unit residential building constructed in 1910 and currently owned by Mujib Mannan. The property has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns emerging in 2025. Multiple violations were issued in May 2025 regarding safety systems, including smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, while plumbing issues were documented with toilets, basins, and radiators. The building has a documented history of pest problems, with emergency complaints about unsanitary conditions and pests filed in May 2025.

Rodent activity has been consistently reported, with multiple inspections showing rat activity through 2025, though some inspections have passed. The building's maintenance record shows recurring plumbing issues, including violations and complaints about sinks, toilets, and radiators. Several safety system deficiencies have been noted, particularly regarding fire escapes and emergency detectors, with violations issued for non-compliance. There are also concerns about mold (documented in 2019 and a recent emergency complaint in 2025), and building maintenance violations related to wall conditions, particularly the need for plaster repairs and proper paint application.

The property has three active violations related to external low-pressure inspections and energy efficiency display requirements from 2021-2024. Despite these issues, it's worth noting that the building has maintained a zero infestation rate for bedbugs in recent years, with the last reported infestation occurring in 2020. The building has also had regular rodent inspections, with some passing results, though most recent inspections show persistent rat activity. The property has multiple violations and complaints regarding various systems and building conditions, but many of these issues were addressed through inspections, even if violations were noted, suggesting some level of responsiveness to maintenance concerns by management.