405 East 152nd Street, Bronx, NY 10455

The 5-unit, 3-story tenement building at 405 East 152nd Street in the Melrose neighborhood, owned by Martin Templer and constructed in 1925, has experienced recurring maintenance challenges in recent years. Most notably, there have been multiple heat and hot water issues in 2024-2025, including three separate complaints in February 2025 alone, though some were resolved promptly. The building has also faced several appliance-related problems, with emergency refrigerator complaints recorded in 2024 and 2025.

Structural concerns were documented in multiple violations, including severe exterior wall disrepair with bulging at second and third floor levels, though some violations were eventually dismissed following the submission of an engineering report in March 2024. The building has maintained compliance with bedbug regulations, with all recent annual reports showing zero infested or re-infested units. Recent inspection records from 2024 reveal ongoing rodent activity, with multiple bait applications being conducted between May 2023 and January 2024.

The property has also experienced various plumbing and general maintenance issues, including a March 2025 water supply complaint that HPD was unable to fully inspect. While many complaints have been promptly addressed without resulting in violations, the frequency and nature of some issues, particularly regarding heating systems and structural concerns, suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The building has demonstrated compliance with bedbug reporting requirements and has conducted regular rodent control measures, though the persistence of rodent activity in recent inspections is notable.