313 West 119th Street, Manhattan, NY 10026

The 8-story, 54-unit residential building at 313 West 119th Street in Harlem, owned by Barbara Scott, has exhibited recurring maintenance challenges since its construction in 2006. Most notably, the building has experienced persistent rodent issues, with multiple rat sighting complaints filed through 311 service requests between 2023 and 2025, including recent reports in June 2025 and most recently in May 2025.

While inspections generally show the building passing inspections, there have been some inspections noting rat activity or failed results for other reasons. The building has also faced intermittent heat and hot water issues, with emergency complaints filed in January 2024 and March 2025, though at least one of these issues was reportedly resolved upon follow-up. In 2018-2019, the building experienced a series of elevator-related complaints, with multiple violations noted regarding elevator service and requirements during that period, though these were eventually resolved.

More recently, in late 2024, there is an active ECB violation regarding building maintenance, specifically mentioning issues with missing mortar, step cracks, and peeling paint on the parapet, resulting in a $655 penalty. The building's bedbug reporting history is notably consistent, with no reported infestations since 2018-2019, indicating effective pest management practices. While the building's maintenance record shows ongoing attention to various issues, the frequency of rodent complaints and historical elevator service problems are notable patterns in the building's maintenance history.