2240 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10457

2240 Grand Concourse is a 5-story single room occupancy building constructed in 1915 and owned by Concourse Residence Corp. The building has faced recurring heat and hot water issues, with multiple emergency complaints filed between late 2023 and 2024. Most recently, in July 2024, there were inspections related to heat and hot water problems that were classified as emergencies by the Housing Maintenance Code.

The property has also experienced various sanitary maintenance challenges, particularly in 2022, when multiple complaints were filed regarding pests, mold, and sewage issues, though inspections typically resulted in no violations being issued. In late 2023 and early 2024, significant lead paint violations were documented, affecting multiple apartments (201, 204, 208, 209, 210, 302, 307, 402, and 408) requiring the owner to certify compliance with lead hazard control requirements. The building underwent several inspections between 2022-2025, revealing issues such as a cracked vent pipe in the boiler room, improper escutcheon plate installation, and violations regarding occupancy during a partial vacate order.

Recent rodent inspections show mixed results, with evidence of rat activity reported in 2023 and 2024, though there have been periods of compliance as well. The building's maintenance history shows patterns of recurring issues, particularly with basic services like heat and hot water, while some violations and complaints have been promptly addressed or resolved through inspection processes. The property has maintained consistent records of pest control efforts, with no bedbug incidents reported in recent filings.