165 Trantor Place, Staten Island, NY 10302

165 Trantor Place in Port Richmond is a two-story, 93-unit residential building constructed in 1966, currently owned by Ufaratzta LLC. The property has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent months, with multiple emergency complaints and violations emerging in 2025. Most notably, there have been recurring problems with mold, water leaks, and unsanitary conditions, particularly affecting multiple units (including 1C and 2D) between January and June 2025.

The building's maintenance record shows persistent issues with basic systems, including a February 2025 heat/hot water complaint, several plumbing issues (toilet and sewer problems), and multiple paint/plaster violations. Of particular concern is an active boiler registration violation from 2021, which remains unresolved with a $625 penalty, and a pattern of rodent activity confirmed in inspections between 2019 and 2024, including January 2024. The building's recent history indicates significant maintenance challenges, with multiple violations related to basic safety systems including carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, as well as water damage and mold issues.

There have been consistent reports of water-related problems, including both slow and heavy leaks, and violations related to building safety features such as stairs and lighting. While the property has no reported bedbug infestations in the last two reporting periods (2022-2024), the frequency of maintenance complaints and violations suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep. The Department of Buildings and Housing Preservation and Development records show a pattern of emergency complaints being filed and subsequently closed, though many resulted in violations that require owner remediation.