201 East 125Th Street, Manhattan, NY 10035

The 19-story, 404-unit residential building at 201 East 125th Street in East Harlem, owned by Richard Richman, has experienced persistent maintenance challenges since its completion in 2019. Most notably, during 2025, there have been multiple complaints regarding heat and hot water issues affecting the entire building, with emergency complaints filed between May and June 2025. The building is currently facing significant pest-related issues, with recent violations documented by both the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and the Housing Preservation Department (HPD) regarding rodent conditions and unsanitary conditions related to garbage storage. The health department's inspection in June 2025 resulted in violations requiring follow-up inspections.

The building's systems have demonstrated multiple compliance issues, particularly regarding the elevator system and parking structure maintenance, with several active complaints filed in 2025. There are also concerns about water supply problems and restroom compliance. Inspection records show varying results for rodent inspections, with the most recent June 2025 inspection resulting in a failed evaluation. While the property has addressed some issues, as evidenced by the closure of numerous complaints, the repeated nature of heat/hot water complaints and ongoing pest-related problems suggests persistent building system and maintenance challenges.

The building's most recent bedbug reports from 2023-2024 indicate minimal infestation activity, with only one unit noted as having received treatment during the 2023-2024 reporting period. The property has undergone regular inspections and received various permits since construction, with most recent permits issued in 2021. Historical data shows the building has faced recurring issues with self-closing doors, heating systems, and other maintenance matters, though many of these have been resolved through the normal inspection and violation process. The building's management has generally complied with violation resolutions, as evidenced by the closure of numerous complaints, though some recent active complaints regarding elevator and restroom compliance remain unresolved as of mid-2025.