26 Ebbitts Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10306

26 Ebbitts Avenue is a six-story, 254-unit residential building constructed in 1969, currently owned by Jay Rosenfeld. The building has experienced recurring heating and hot water issues, particularly evident in January 2025 when multiple complaints were logged about these services being unavailable. While heat and hot water were eventually restored, the frequency of these complaints suggests ongoing infrastructure challenges.

More recently, in June 2025, the building has faced concerns with mold and ceiling conditions, resulting in violations being issued by HPD. These issues came on the heels of an inspection that revealed pest-related problems, with multiple non-emergency violations related to cockroaches and other unsanitary conditions. The building's infrastructure has shown various maintenance needs, including an urgent requirement for ceiling repairs identified in June 2025.

The property has a documented history of bed bug and rodent issues, with multiple infestations recorded between 2020 and 2024, though recent reports (2024-2025) show significantly reduced incidence of these pests. In early 2024, the building underwent facade work that led to several environmental control board violations regarding safety procedures for suspended scaffolding, though these were ultimately resolved. The elevator system has also faced challenges, with multiple violations recorded in 2024 regarding emergency phone functionality and other mechanical issues, though these were addressed with penalties totaling $3,285. Despite these numerous maintenance challenges, some inspections, such as those for elevator safety and rodent control, have shown satisfactory results in recent years, indicating partial improvement in certain areas of building maintenance.