1553 Bryant Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460

The 6-story, 62-unit building at 1553 Bryant Avenue in East Morrisania, constructed in 1925, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues throughout 2023-2025. Recent concerns primarily center around water-related problems, with multiple complaints about water leaks (heavy and slow flow) recorded between March and July 2025, some of which resulted in HPD violations. The building currently has an active Department of Buildings complaint from June 2025 regarding improper drainage, following a pattern of water-related issues including sink leaks and appliance problems (refrigerator and electric range) from March-April 2025.

Significant structural concerns were documented in early 2023, including problems with the masonry chimney, building shaking, and temporary vacate orders, though these were later rescinded. The property has faced persistent pest issues, with multiple reports of rodent and insect infestations, particularly in 2024-2025, including violations for mice and roach infestations in apartments 3D and 5D. Building systems have shown various deficiencies, including a violation in 2024 for water temperatures exceeding 130 degrees in apartment 5D, and multiple Door/Window-related complaints.

The building's management has received several Environmental Control Board violations, including structural concerns and failure to maintain proper drainage systems, though most have been resolved. Regular rodent inspections vary in results, with recent compliance failures in March and June 2024, though a pass was recorded in September 2024. The building has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations in recent years, with no reported cases since 2020.