59 East 126th Street, Manhattan, NY 10035

The three-story, seven-unit residential building at 59 East 126th Street in East Harlem, owned by Jonathan Ramirez and constructed in 1905, has experienced a series of concerning maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there are ongoing rodent problems, with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene issuing violations in April 2025 and subsequent inspections confirming rat activity throughout 2025. The building has also faced significant heating system challenges, with violations cited in December 2024 specifically related to heat supply and HVAC issues in apartment 4B.

Multiple violations were documented during a September 2024 inspection, including problems with water leaks, ceiling paint/plaster, mold, and garbage storage. Recent building systems concerns include three active violations from June 2023 regarding failure to file external low-pressure inspections for 2018 and 2019. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of persistent issues requiring attention. In late 2024, inspectors found multiple violations in apartment 4B, including problems with smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and various maintenance issues.

The building's common areas have also required attention, with violations related to self-closing doors at the building entrance. While there have been numerous 311 complaints and inspections addressing various issues, including heat/hot water problems, roof leaks, and unsanitary conditions, many of these complaints show as "closed" after inspection, though some violations remain open as of the latest records. The property has a documented history of plumbing-related concerns, with a 2019 complaint leading to a stop work order and subsequent permit issuance. Despite these challenges, the building has consistently reported zero bedbug infestations in its annual filings since 2019.