160 Bush Street, Bronx, NY 10453

The 6-story, 59-unit building at 160 Bush Street in Mount Hope, owned by Vanwald Holding Co and constructed in 1941, is currently experiencing significant maintenance issues as evidenced by numerous recent complaints and violations. Most notably, between March and May 2025, there have been multiple complaints and violations related to unsanitary conditions, including recurring mold issues, water leaks (both slow and heavy flow), and a heat/hot water problem. In March 2025, there were safety concerns regarding non-functional smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, though HPD was unable to complete inspections in response to these complaints.

The building has also had documented rodent activity, with multiple inspections throughout 2023-2025 confirming the presence of rats, and several water leak complaints with violations issued in April 2025. The property has faced various challenges in recent years, including building-wide pest issues as indicated by a 2019 bedbug infestation report (though subsequent filings from 2020 to 2024 show no infestations). There were also significant violations related to elevator service in 2021-2022, with the elevator being out of service and repairs needed.

Environmental Control Board violations from 2021-2022 indicate problems with exterior walls, including cracks in brickwork, and issues with building maintenance and reporting requirements. Notably, violations were issued for failure to submit the required Cycle 8B report of critical examination documentation for exterior walls. The building has also experienced periodic issues with roach and mouse infestations, particularly in apartments 4E and 7F, as documented in late 2024 violations.