2297 Crotona Avenue, Bronx, NY 10458

This two-family house located at 2297 Crotona Avenue in the Belmont neighborhood, owned by Samuel Shrem, has experienced several significant maintenance issues since its construction in 2000. Most recently, in November 2024, there were multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions involving pests, resulting in active violations for apartment 1A, including rodent infestation, cockroach presence, and various maintenance issues such as broken plaster surfaces and sink cabinet problems. The building has a concerning history of heat and hot water issues, particularly in early 2022, with multiple complaints about inadequate or excessively hot water (including temperatures exceeding 130 degrees) in apartment 1.

There were also instances of water leaks reported during 2022, though some inspections could not gain access to verify the conditions. The property has faced several regulatory challenges, including multiple open ECB violations from 2021 and 2020 relating to failure to comply with the commission's orders and work performed without permits. These violations carry significant penalties, with some totaling up to $25,000.

A series of complaints in December 2019 regarding illegal conversion and failure to maintain led to a partial vacate order, followed by multiple enforcement actions. However, it's worth noting that since 2022, the building has consistently passed rodent inspections, with the most recent in March 2025 indicating compliance in this area. While the property has shown some ability to resolve immediate maintenance issues, the persistence of certain violations and historical pattern of service requests suggests ongoing management challenges.