1455 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10452

The 6-story, 291-unit building at 1455 Grand Concourse, owned by Stephen Kraus and constructed in 1923, has experienced numerous health and safety concerns in recent years. Most notably, there has been an ongoing rodent infestation issue, with multiple complaints and inspections confirming rat activity throughout 2024 and into 2025, despite bait application attempts. The building has also faced significant maintenance challenges, including multiple unaddressed housing code violations from 2024-2025 related to doors, windows, plumbing, and sanitary conditions.

These include problems with self-closing doors, window frames, and various plumbing issues including leaky faucets and inadequate hot water supply. Recent inspections and violations reveal persistent infrastructure concerns, such as elevator issues with recurring violations regarding door lock monitoring systems and improperly installed equipment. The property has active violations regarding door security and maintenance of critical systems including heating and boiler access.

The building's management has received multiple citations for failure to comply with maintenance codes, including not certifying corrections for immediately hazardous violations and not submitting required inspection reports on time. While there have been bedbug reports filed, these indicate no infestations during the reporting periods from 2018 to the present. The building's current situation requires monitoring, as it demonstrates a pattern of maintenance delays and infrastructure challenges that affect resident comfort and safety.