72 West 108th Street, Manhattan, NY 10025

The 15-unit, 5-story tenement building at 72 West 108th Street in the Upper West Side, owned by Steve Croman, has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent months, particularly concerning water and heating systems. Between January and June 2025, there were multiple complaints and violations regarding heat and hot water problems affecting the entire building, with several incidents where HPD was unable to gain access for inspection. The building is currently facing rodent issues, with recent inspections in 2025 showing rat activity and bait applications, most notably in May and June 2025.

Water-related problems have been particularly concerning, with multiple emergency complaints filed between June and April 2025 regarding slow leaks and water supply issues. An inspection in December 2024 identified multiple violations in Apartment 3B, including problems with plaster surfaces, water leakage, sink drain connections, and ceiling issues, though records indicate these violations were subsequently certified as corrected. The building also has a history of HVAC and plumbing system challenges, as evidenced by the active violation for failure to file the 2022 external low-pressure inspection from April 2023.

While the building has been actively maintaining its bedbug prevention protocols with no reported infestations in recent years (as per filings from 2020 to 2024), the current focus appears to be on resolving ongoing issues with heating, water supply, and pest control. Recent communications from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene in May 2025 indicate ongoing concerns, with follow-up inspections scheduled for rodent-related violations. The property has undergone various inspections and received multiple violations for water leaks, heating issues, and general maintenance concerns, though most violations have been closed following correction notices.