242 West 103rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10025

The five-story, 10-unit building at 242 West 103rd Street, owned by Isaac Benishai, has experienced recurring pest and sanitation issues over the past few years. Most notably, there has been a consistent pattern of rodent-related complaints, with eight rat sighting reports between 2022 and 2025, though recent inspections in February 2025 and August 2024 passed with only minor violations noted.

The building has also faced several sanitation challenges, particularly regarding garbage and recycling storage, with documented violations in both 2022 and 2024 requiring inspections by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). These violations included improper storage conditions and accumulation of refuse in areas requiring proper metal receptacles. The property has a history of infrastructure concerns requiring attention, including emergency situations in February 2022 related to heat/hot water and plumbing/water supply issues, both of which were resolved.

Other notable events include a brief period of bedbug infestation in 2019 (one unit affected, fully eradicated) and various safety compliance inspections revealing minor violations requiring corrective action. The building's regulatory records show regular inspections and maintenance updates, with the most recent bedbug reports from 2022-2024 indicating no infestation cases during the reporting periods. While the property has maintained basic compliance with health and safety inspections, the recurring nature of sanitation and pest control issues suggests ongoing challenges with building maintenance and waste management practices.