528 West 142nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10031

528 West 142nd Street is a four-story, three-unit residential building located in Hamilton Heights, built in 1910 and currently owned by Gwendolyn Ho. The property has experienced recurring bedbug reporting violations from 2021 to 2024, though most recently filed in 2024 reports show no infested or re-infested units, suggesting some improvement in this regard. Between 2018 and 2024, multiple safety and compliance issues have been documented, including construction-related violations with penalties related to unauthorized work, unsafe scaffolding, and improper construction fences, though most of these violations were subsequently resolved.

Of particular note is a series of Building Department complaints in 2024 regarding illegal conversion and drainage issues, though inspections found no violations at the time. The building has undergone multiple permit issuances between 2022 and 2024, indicating ongoing construction or maintenance work. The property's rodent inspections from 2018-2025 show a significant improvement, with passing results in the most recent six inspections (2022-2025), though earlier inspections in 2017 showed some rat activity. Historical violations included issues with unsafe conditions in common areas, such as encumbrances in hallways and scuttle ladder areas in 2018.

While the building has had its share of violations and complaints over the years, many have been resolved promptly through the proper channels, and recent inspection results suggest improved conditions, particularly regarding rodent control. The most recent bedbug report from December 2024 shows no current infestation, marking a positive trend in pest management. The building's violation history includes a mix of Class A (less severe) and Class B/C violations, with many being administrative in nature rather than direct safety concerns. The property has maintained compliance with regular inspections and reporting requirements, though the recurring nature of some violations – particularly regarding bedbug reporting – suggests ongoing challenges with maintaining full compliance across all building codes and regulations.