708 East 134th Street, Bronx, NY 10454

The two-story, three-unit residential building at 708 East 134th Street in Port Morris, owned by Josh Wiesenfeld and constructed in 1920, has experienced several notable issues and maintenance concerns over recent years. Most significantly, a comprehensive inspection on April 19, 2023, revealed multiple violations including a defective fire escape with a loose ladder, compromised second-story public hall egress, and unauthorized alterations to hall walls. These violations, along with others regarding refuse accumulation in the rear yard, were certified as addressed by April 25, 2023.

The building has a documented history of stair-related issues, beginning with a 2021 complaint about stairs that resulted in Housing Preservation and Development violations. Additional concerns have emerged regarding stair maintenance, with inspections noting defective cement treads on multiple stair flights between 2021 and 2023. The property has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements since late 2022, with no recorded infestations or related issues.

Rodent inspections conducted in 2023, 2011, and 2010 all passed, indicating effective pest management. Historical records from the 1980s show various infrastructure and safety concerns, including inadequate lighting in the public hall and rear yard, and obstructions to fire escapes, though these issues were addressed at that time. A complaint regarding work without a permit in April 2023 was investigated and found to warrant no violations. While there have been recurring maintenance issues, particularly regarding stairs and fire safety systems, the property has generally responded to violations and maintained compliance with most housing regulations, as evidenced by the closing of multiple violations and the absence of recent bedbug or rodent problems.