2188 Washington Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457

The three-story, two-unit building at 2188 Washington Avenue in Belmont, currently owned by Wayne Harris, was constructed in 1901 and has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been recurring problems with heat and hot water availability throughout the building, with three documented emergencies in October 2022 and another in January 2024, though these issues were subsequently resolved according to HPD reports.

The property has also faced various maintenance challenges in 2025, including multiple electrical issues (lighting, wiring, and no lighting), ceiling paint/plaster concerns, and a water leak, all of which were addressed within a week of reporting. The building's historical records show consistent attention to required maintenance reporting, particularly regarding bedbug documentation, with no actual infestations reported in recent years (most recent filings for 2024-2025, 2023-2024, and 2022-2023 all show zero infested units).

However, rodent activity has been a recurring concern, with multiple inspections in 2024 indicating rat activity, though the most recent inspection in May 2025 resulted in a "Passed" status. The property has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, responding appropriately to inspection notices, though there were violations noted in 2021, 2022, and 2024 regarding delayed submission of annual reports, these were subsequently closed. The building's age and ongoing maintenance issues suggest the need for continued monitoring of systems and prompt reporting of any new concerns.