326 East 120th Street, Manhattan, NY 10035

326 East 120th Street is a 3-story, 5-unit residential building in East Harlem, owned by John Catalic and constructed in 1900. The property has experienced recurring heating system issues, particularly evident in early 2022 with multiple complaints spanning January to March about lack of heat and hot water affecting the entire building, including documented violations requiring improved access to the heating system in the basement boiler room. In 2021, the building faced several maintenance challenges, including a bedbug reporting violation (which was subsequently addressed), and issues with door mechanisms at the entrance and Apartment 4 that were corrected by October 2021.

Gas utility concerns were noted in late 2021, though access for inspection was reportedly denied. More recent history shows significant improvements in building conditions. There have been no reported bedbug infestations since 2022, with the most recent bedbug reports in 2024 showing zero infested or re-infested units.

The building has consistently passed rodent inspections, with the most recent one in March 2025 yielding a passing result, continuing a pattern of compliance dating back to 2017. The property appears to be maintaining better overall conditions in recent years, with no major violations or complaints regarding heat and hot water systems since the initial 2022 episode, suggesting improved management of building systems. Additionally, regular bedbug filings indicate adherence to pest management protocols, and the consistent passing of rodent inspections demonstrates ongoing attention to sanitation standards.