747 Melrose Avenue, Bronx, NY 10451

The 6-story, 24-unit building at 747 Melrose Avenue, owned by Joseph Zitolo, has experienced several maintenance issues in recent months, particularly between January and February 2025. During this period, there were multiple reports of heating and hot water problems in various apartments, plumbing issues (including sink and radiator complaints), and concerns related to paint and plaster on walls and ceilings. Notably, there were also some access issues during inspections, particularly regarding heat/hot water complaints and paint/plaster concerns.

A significant water leak incident was reported in January 2025, categorized as an emergency. The building has a documented history of bedbug infestations, with the most recent cases reported in 2024 affecting at least one unit, following previous infestations in 2021 (3 units) and 2020 (2 units). The property has undergone several safety and maintenance inspections in recent years, revealing various violations that have typically been addressed.

These include issues in Apartment 3A (kitchen floor tiles and bathroom tub caulking), 4D (missing carbon monoxide detectors), and 4C (window spring balance and smoke detector problems). While recent rodent inspections in 2023 showed passing results, there were previous detections of rat activity in 2021, though subsequent inspections passed. The building's history suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding plumbing and heating systems, with multiple violations and service requests logged in 2025. While some violations have been addressed and closed, including recent issues with various amenities and safety systems, there are still open violations worth noting.