1382 Shakespeare Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452

The 8-story building at 1382 Shakespeare Avenue, owned by Martin Rivera and constructed in 2009, has experienced ongoing maintenance challenges over the past two years, with particular issues related to heating and plumbing systems. In early 2025, there was a notable pattern of heat and hot water complaints, with multiple incidents reported between January and February involving both apartment-specific and building-wide problems, some requiring HPD inspections and resulting in one violation being issued. More recent issues include indoor air quality concerns in June 2025 and inspection results indicating rodent presence with "Failed for Other Reasons" outcomes in 2025, though there were also successful inspections passed.

The building has a concerning history of infrastructure maintenance issues, particularly regarding its elevator system. From 2018 through 2022, there were multiple complaints and violations regarding elevator maintenance, with specific problems noted including rusted cables, roughened hoist ropes, and missing safety monitoring equipment. These resulted in significant penalties totaling over $7,500, though records indicate these issues were eventually resolved.

More recent inspections show open violations related to FISP Cycle 9C technical report filing requirements as of February 2024. The property has documented a pattern of pest control challenges, particularly with bedbugs and rodents, though recent bedbug reports from 2022-2024 show zero infested units. The building's environmental reports reveal ongoing concerns with moisture and maintenance issues, including an active violation from December 2024 regarding bathroom mold, though previous violations related to floor tiles, ceilings, and plumbing were documented as resolved.