19 West 116th Street, Manhattan, NY 10026

19 West 116th Street is a 38-unit, 9-story residential building constructed in 2008, currently owned by 15 W 116 LLC. The building has experienced several maintenance issues in recent months, with a particularly concerning pattern of water-related problems. From February to May 2025, there were multiple reports of water leaks, including both slow and heavy flow incidents, and two separate complaints about lighting issues.

Earlier in 2025, violations were issued for water leaks and safety concerns related to carbon monoxide and smoke detectors. The building's elevator system has also been a recurring concern, with multiple complaints between 2020 and 2022 regarding single device service and safety monitoring features, though some of these complaints were resolved or dismissed. The property has faced various compliance challenges over the years, including failure to submit required inspection reports and violations related to bedbug infestations.

While the bedbug situation appeared to improve significantly in the most recent reporting period (November 2023 - October 2024), records from 2022-2023 showed five infested units, all of which were reportedly eradicated. The building's maintenance history also shows regular rodent inspections, with most recent inspections passing successfully, though there were two failed inspections in 2023. The property has multiple active violations as of 2023-2024, including failure to file required external inspection reports and energy efficiency documentation. While many historical violations have been resolved, including issues related to door security and electrical systems, the recent pattern of water leaks and safety equipment violations may be of particular concern to current residents.