2034 3rd Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10029

The three-story, four-unit building at 2034 3rd Avenue in East Harlem, owned by Joseph Cohen and constructed in 1963, has experienced a number of significant maintenance and pest issues in recent years. The most pressing current concern is an ongoing rodent infestation, with nine documented inspections between January and July 2025 showing consistent rat activity and multiple bait applications.

The building experienced serious service disruptions in April 2019, including two separate complaints about lack of heat and hot water affecting the entire building, as well as electrical power outage and cooking gas issues; while inspections were conducted, no violations were found, and the heat-related problems were reportedly resolved, though between the two complaints there was some uncertainty about access for inspection. The building's more recent history shows a pattern of pest management activity, particularly related to rodents, with inspections and bait applications continuing through mid-2025.

A food safety complaint was filed in December 2021 regarding bare hands in contact with food, though this was administratively closed after being addressed. The property has shown no recent issues with bedbugs since 2020, maintaining a zero infestation record across multiple reporting periods. While the building has experienced several maintenance issues historically, it's worth noting that most complaints have been promptly investigated, with many being resolved or closed after inspection, though the persistent rodent problem remains a significant concern as of July 2025.