1330 Chisholm Street, Bronx, NY 10459

The three-story, three-family tenement at 1330 Chisholm Street in Morrisania, currently owned by Antonio Mendez, is experiencing multiple ongoing maintenance and safety issues as of 2025. The building has documented recurring problems with heat and hot water, as evidenced by multiple 311 complaints in 2025, including a building-wide emergency complaint in June 2025.

There are also significant concerns regarding safety systems, with multiple complaints about inoperable smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in May 2025, though inspectors were frequently unable to gain access to conduct proper evaluations. The building has active Housing Maintenance Code violations from an October 2024 inspection of Apartment 3, including issues with lead paint, pest infestations (roaches and mice), inoperable smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, visible mold, and the need for various painting repairs. Recent Department of Buildings investigations from 2024 have resulted in multiple active Environmental Control Board violations related to illegal cellar conversions, including unpermitted electrical work, plumbing installations, and construction of additional living spaces.

These violations carry significant penalties, including a $2,500 fine for occupancy contrary to the certificate of occupancy records. While the property has reported no bedbug infestations in recent years and passed several rodent inspections between 2009 and 2022, the current maintenance issues suggest ongoing challenges with building systems and safety compliance. The property's inspection history shows a pattern of access issues for inspectors, particularly regarding heat and hot water, safety systems, and various maintenance concerns, with multiple complaints requiring tenants to file new service requests if conditions persist.