88 West 169th Street, Bronx, NY 10452

88 West 169th Street is a 5-story, 17-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1927 and currently owned by Madelyn Lugo. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years, with multiple emergency complaints filed in 2025 alone, including problems with flooring, mold, electric lighting, and ceiling conditions, though inspections found no violations in most cases.

Between 2024 and 2025, there were several documented issues with mold (including multiple emergency complaints), water leaks (both heavy and slow), and electrical problems including lighting issues. The building has active violations from the Department of Buildings regarding failure to file 2021 external low-pressure inspection documentation, and there are significant open housing maintenance code violations from July 2024, particularly affecting apartment 5C, including issues with plastered surfaces, paint, water leaks, and pest infestation. The property has maintained a regular bedbug monitoring record from 2020 through 2024, with no reported infestation cases during these periods.

However, there have been ongoing rodent control challenges, with multiple inspections showing rat activity between 2024 and early 2025, despite some subsequent compliance passes. The building's maintenance history suggests persistent issues with water damage, electrical systems, and interior maintenance, particularly affecting the fifth floor. The most recent complaints in 2025 indicate continued challenges with basic building systems, though most recent HPD inspections have not found violations.