820 Freeman Street, Bronx, NY 10459

820 Freeman Street is a three-story, three-unit residential building located in Morrisania, constructed in 1945 and currently owned by June Thompson. The property has experienced several concerning issues in recent years, most notably in 2024 when there were emergency electrical problems including a power outage and wiring issues in June, followed by an active electricity-related violation in April 2024 regarding inadequate electric service in apartment E3. The building has also faced multiple sanitation challenges, including mold problems (most recently reported in 2025), pest infestations, and maintenance issues with appliances and plumbing systems between 2022 and 2024.

A significant concern emerged in 2022 when the property received multiple Environmental Control Board violations totaling $31,250 related to unpermitted cellar modifications, including the creation of an unauthorized Class 'A' apartment with bathroom and kitchen facilities, though these violations are currently listed as active. The building's maintenance history shows recurring issues with basic infrastructure, including heating systems, ceilings, and flooring, with multiple complaints filed through 311 services between 2023 and 2024. Recent inspections in 2022 documented rat activity, though earlier inspections from 2015 to 2018 showed consistent passing results for rodent inspections.

The property appears to be in a state requiring ongoing attention to both safety and habitability concerns, with recent complaints focusing on electrical, plumbing, and mold issues, while historical records indicate a pattern of unauthorized modifications and occupancy violations in the cellar space. The most recent building permit was issued in August 2023 for electrical work, suggesting some attempt to address the building's infrastructure needs. The property is currently listed under the Alternative Enforcement Program, indicating it has been identified as needing increased oversight and compliance monitoring.