508 West 172nd Street, Manhattan, NY 10032

The 5-story, 20-unit building at 508 West 172nd Street, owned by Mike Spira and constructed in 1907, has experienced a range of maintenance issues over recent years, with the most significant cluster of complaints occurring in October 2024. During this period, the building faced multiple safety concerns including carbon monoxide and smoke detector issues, along with unsanitary conditions related to pests and mold, though inspections resulted in no violations being issued.

In December 2023, several non-emergency maintenance issues were reported and subsequently addressed, including problems with flooring, heating, plumbing, and interior surfaces. The building currently has open violations related to lead paint notification and record-keeping requirements in apartment 4, dating from October 2024. In terms of historical context, the building's management has faced scrutiny over compliance issues, particularly in 2019-2020, when multiple ECB violations were issued regarding occupancy and permit matters, though these were ultimately dismissed.

The property has maintained a consistent record of passing rodent inspections since 2016, with the most recent inspection in October 2024 showing no issues. Importantly, the building has demonstrated a complete absence of bedbug infestations in its recent reporting history, with zero units affected in the 2023-2024 period and previous years. While the building has experienced various maintenance challenges, recent inspections and compliance with rodent control measures suggest ongoing management attention to building maintenance, though the open lead paint violations represent a notable exception in terms of regulatory compliance.