400 Brook Avenue, Bronx, NY 10454

The 4-story, 309-unit residential building at 400 Brook Avenue in Mott Haven, owned by Christina Pimentel and constructed in 1970, has experienced numerous maintenance issues and violations in recent years. The property, which has undergone multiple permit issuances between 2018-2020, is currently facing several unresolved complaints from 2025 regarding refrigerator problems and door issues as of March 2025.

Recent inspections and service requests from 2025 have documented various plumbing and maintenance concerns, including heat/hot water issues, water leaks, and problems with bathroom fixtures. Of particular note is an open building violation from late 2024 regarding self-closing doors on the 20th story at public halls, which presents potential safety concerns. The building has a history of infrastructure and safety issues, including multiple complaints about heat/hot water systems in early 2025, indoor sewage problems investigated by DOHMH, and various plumbing-related service requests.

Between 2019-2024, the property underwent several inspections revealing issues with elevator systems, egress pathways, electrical wiring, and exterior building facade maintenance. While the building has maintained a "zero" count for bedbug infestations in recent reports, there have been recurring rodent activity inspections, with the most recent findings indicating rat activity as of January 2025. The property transitioned to new ownership and management, undergoing significant administrative changes in 2023, and there have been varying responses to maintenance requests, with some inspections unable to be completed due to access issues.