997 Jennings Street, Bronx, NY 10460

The two-family residence at 997 Jennings Street in East Morrisania, owned by Manuel Espejo, has experienced several maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most significant cluster of problems occurring between September 2021 and March 2022. During this period, multiple complaints were filed with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) regarding unsanitary conditions, including pest infestations (specifically pests and mold), water leaks, plumbing issues, and problems with flooring and stairs.

Notably, there were emergency complaints about heavy water flow and mold conditions, particularly affecting the bathroom area. In July 2019, a series of violations were documented for Basement Apartment 1, including unsafe electrical wiring, loose countertop issues, mouse infestation, broken floor tiles, and unauthorized security features, with some violations classified as Class A, B, or C indicating varying degrees of severity. The building's rodent inspection records show a concerning pattern, with rat activity confirmed in July and August 2022, following several years of passing inspections (2010-2018).

While there was one inspected complaint about a blocked egress in November 2019, no violations were found at that time. A permit was issued on August 16, 2022, for work classified under the EW category, though the specific nature of the work is not detailed in the available data. The property's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with basic habitability issues, particularly during the 2021-2022 period when multiple complaints were filed that HPD was unable to access for inspection.