69 Elm Street, Staten Island, NY 10310

The two-family house at 69 Elm Street in Randall Manor, built in 1931 and owned by Ilario Bianchi, has experienced recurring maintenance and pest control challenges in recent years. Most notably, there has been a sustained rat infestation issue, with the most recent inspection in July 2025 applying bait after multiple previous treatments throughout 2024 and 2023 showing consistent rat activity.

The building underwent significant reporting in 2024, with multiple complaints regarding various systems including electrical issues (multiple power outages and no lighting), plumbing problems, pest infestations, and maintenance needs including door repairs and ceiling work. While the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) inspected these complaints throughout late May to early June 2024, no violations were ultimately issued. Older records from 2018 reveal several unresolved violations, particularly in Apartment 1 and Apartment 2, including problems with plaster surfaces, water leaks, electrical systems, sanitary conditions, and pest issues (notably bedbugs).

Specific violations include broken plaster and paint issues in Apartment 1's kitchen, waste line problems in Apartment 2's kitchen, and ceiling and wall maintenance needs in common areas. The building's entrance door, stairs, and various apartments have shown recurring issues requiring attention, though some violations from 2018 were subsequently marked as closed, such as those regarding balustrades, various repairs in Apartment 2, and the bathroom mold issue. The persistence of maintenance issues and the continuing need for rodent control measures suggest ongoing challenges in building upkeep and pest management.