1388 Bristow Street, Bronx, NY 10459

1388 Bristow Street is a 3-story, 3-unit residential building constructed in 1991 and currently owned by Zoomer Realty Corp. The building has experienced persistent maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most recent complaints in June 2024 involving mold, water leaks, and cabinet issues in Apartment 1, for which violations have been issued as of June 2024. Between 2022-2024, there have been recurring problems with water leaks, including both slow and heavy flow incidents, and multiple instances of mold complaints requiring inspection and remediation.

The building has also faced rodent problems, with recent rat activity documented in 2023, following a pattern of infestations since at least 2021, though inspections from 2015-2018 had shown no issues. The property has a history of various regulatory challenges, including multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations that remain open as of 2024, such as issues with bathroom paint, water leaks, and damaged cabinets. Two annual bedbug report violations from 2023-2024 are also pending resolution.

In 2019, significant concerns were raised regarding unauthorized cellar modifications, leading to multiple Environmental Control Board violations and fines totaling $125,000, though these appear to have been resolved by 2024. The building's infrastructure has been subject to various inspections and repairs, with multiple violations being issued and subsequently closed over the years, including electrical issues and plumbing problems. This summary highlights the building's ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly related to water damage, mold, and pest control, as well as its history of regulatory compliance issues that have required multiple inspections and notice of violation proceedings. While some older violations have been resolved, numerous current violations and open complaints suggest ongoing maintenance and compliance challenges.