1996 Webster Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457

1996 Webster Avenue is a 5-story residential building constructed in 2017 and currently owned by Hemal Patel. The property has experienced recurring pest-related issues, particularly during 2019-2020, with multiple unsanitary condition complaints filed regarding pest problems, including several emergency Housing Maintenance Code complaints.

The Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) was unable to access the property for inspection in two instances during this period, though no violations were ultimately issued for the inspected cases. More recently, in August 2024, the building underwent semi-annual homeless shelter inspections for plumbing, electrical, and construction elements, resulting in Oath Violations being served.

The good news for current and prospective residents is that there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the building since at least 2021, with three consecutive Bedbug Reporting filings (most recently in July 2025) showing zero cases of infestation, eradication, or re-infestation. The building's most recent inspection history suggests continued oversight and monitoring of building conditions, though the presence of recent violations from the August 2024 inspections indicates some ongoing compliance requirements. The property's relatively young age and recent bedbug-free status are positive indicators, though the previous pest issues and the recent violations warrant attention to the building's ongoing maintenance and management practices.