1908 Prospect Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457

The 21-unit residential building at 1908 Prospect Avenue in Tremont, owned by Manuel Garcia, has experienced a series of recurring maintenance and compliance issues over the past several years. Most recently, in April 2025, multiple emergency complaints were filed regarding plumbing, flooring, windows, and heating issues, though inspections were generally unable to be completed.

The building has faced persistent problems with heating and hot water systems, as evidenced by multiple complaints across 2024-2025, and has also experienced unsanitary conditions including mold and pest infestations. Notably, there is an active violation from June 2023 regarding non-compliance with external low-pressure inspection requirements. The building has a documented history of unauthorized modifications, with a significant incident in 2019 where it was discovered that the property had been illegally converted from 21 to 23 units, including unauthorized basement apartments with full bathrooms and kitchens.

This led to multiple Environmental Control Board violations in 2021, with penalties totaling $31,250, though records indicate these were eventually resolved. The property has also undergone systematic rodent control measures, with multiple inspections between 2022-2025 showing recurring rat activity, though recent bedbug reports from 2023-2024 indicate no current infestations. Multiple housing maintenance code violations have been cited, particularly focusing on Unit D, which has documented issues with mold, lead paint, plumbing systems, and window guards that remain open as of 2025.