316 West 101st Street, Manhattan, NY 10025

The five-story, nine-unit residential building at 316 West 101st Street in the Upper West Side, owned by Jonathan Ron, has experienced several notable maintenance and pest control issues over recent years. The building's history shows recurring challenges with pest management, particularly regarding bedbugs and rodent control. While the property has filed its annual bedbug reports as required, indicating no infested or re-infested units between 2021 and 2023, there have been multiple pest-related complaints, including a 2021 emergency complaint about unsanitary conditions and pests, though no violations were issued following the HPD inspection.

Rodent inspections present a mixed picture, with the most recent (August 2024) showing compliance and passing results, though there were instances of rat activity detected in April 2023 and May 2023. The building has also faced structural and maintenance challenges, particularly regarding safety measures such as sidewalk sheds. In early 2024, violations were issued related to inadequate sidewalk safety features, including missing parapet panels and sharp edges, resulting in penalties totaling $3,650.

Previous issues included a 2022 complaint about work without proper permits and an inability to gain access during inspection. Regular inspections have shown variable results, with some passing inspections indicating compliance while others revealed concerns that required follow-up. The building's age (constructed in 1901) and history of conversion to a Class A building suggest ongoing maintenance requirements typical of older Upper West Side properties, though recent inspections indicate some improvement in compliance with housing maintenance codes and rodent control measures.