790 Grote Street, Bronx, NY 10460

The two-story, four-unit residential building at 790 Grote Street in Belmont, owned by Keith Francis, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues over the past few years. Most notably, in 2024, there were multiple serious problems including unsanitary conditions related to both mold and pests, water leakage with heavy flow, and flooring issues, with violations issued for some of these conditions.

The building continues to face challenges with interior maintenance, as evidenced by an August 2024 inspection that revealed multiple open violations in Apartment 1F, including broken plastered surfaces, tile and subfloor problems, and visible mold conditions requiring repair. The most recent emergency complaint from February 2025 regarding heat and hot water issues suggests ongoing systems maintenance concerns. The property has shown inconsistent pest management results, with three rat activity inspections recorded between 2022-2023, followed by a series of passed inspections in 2024-2025.

A bedbug report from 2024-2025 indicates no infestation, though this follows previous reports with similar results in 2022-2023. While some recent inspections have shown improvement in rodent conditions, the building's maintenance history reveals a pattern of emergency and non-emergency violations, particularly related to water, sanitation, and interior surfaces, requiring attention to ensure consistent habitability standards. Recent heating system complaints and ongoing interior maintenance issues, particularly in Apartment 1F, remain areas of concern as of mid-2025.