1807 Phelan Place, Bronx, NY 10453

The three-story, three-unit building at 1807 Phelan Place in Morris Heights, owned by Gil Broitman, has experienced significant maintenance challenges since 2018, when violations were issued for unsafe conditions including debris in the backyard and construction work without proper permits. Most notably, there was a period of illegal apartment conversions between 2018-2019, when the building was improperly converted from five to six units, including unauthorized modifications to the cellar front apartment. Between 2024-2025, the building has faced persistent pest management issues, particularly with rodent infestations, as evidenced by multiple DOHMH complaints and open Housing Maintenance Code violations. A significant number of 311 service requests were logged between late 2024 and 2025, primarily related to rodent sightings and conditions. While recent rodent inspections in April and May 2025 passed, earlier inspections in 2025 had failed, indicating ongoing pest control challenges. The building has also experienced several maintenance issues, including water leaks, heating problems, and concerns about garbage/recycling storage.

In early 2024, there were violations related to pest infestations in Apartment 1R, and various unsanitary conditions were documented throughout 2023-2024. The property underwent multiple inspections during 2024 for rodent activity, with some inspections noting the presence of rats. While the building has shown some improvement in recent rodent inspections, with results indicating "Passed" inspections in early 2025, the persistent pattern of complaints and violations suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. It's worth noting that the building's bedbug reports from 2021-2023 show zero infested units, though this may not fully represent the current pest situation. The most recent building inspection records from 2025 show some improvement in pest management compliance, with successful inspections in April and May 2025, though earlier inspections in 2025 had resulted in failures. The property underwent multiple housing inspections in 2024, with some inspections noting violations requiring follow-up inspections.

While there have been periods of relative stability, the property's history indicates a pattern of recurring maintenance and pest control challenges, particularly between 2023-2025. The building's bedbug reports from 2021-2023 show no recorded infestations, though this should be considered alongside the more recent pest management history. Recent developments as of July 2025 indicate some progress in pest management compliance, with successful rodent inspections. However, the building's history suggests periodic challenges with maintenance issues, particularly relating to pest control. The property has undergone various recent inspections, typically resulting in "Passed" outcomes, though earlier inspections in 2025 had resulted in failures, indicating ongoing monitoring requirements. While there have been periods of relative stability, the building's overall record demonstrates a history of maintenance and compliance challenges, particularly in the realm of pest control and unauthorized modifications.