3822 Bailey Avenue, Bronx, NY 10463

This 58-unit, 6-story tenement building at 3822 Bailey Avenue in Kingsbridge, owned by Robert Menendez and constructed in 1926, has experienced significant ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly concerning heat and hot water systems. Between October 2023 and February 2025, there were five documented emergencies regarding heat/hot water issues affecting the entire building, with the most recent complaint in February 2025 receiving no access for verification.

The building has also maintained an active bedbug presence, with the most recent report from January 2025 showing 5 affected units (all eradicated), following previous infestations in 2021 and 2022-2023. Other notable maintenance issues include a series of rodent inspections showing persistent rat activity between 2018-2022, and multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations, including unresolved issues from 2018 regarding a broken marble saddle at the entrance, defective fire escape treads, garbage receptacle problems, and an intercom system in disrepair in Apartment 3D. The building currently faces several active violations related to energy efficiency compliance, including failures to display energy efficiency scores and to submit required reports, with the most recent violation issued in December 2024.

A structural concern was noted in February 2023 regarding a potentially bulging or cracked wall/retaining wall. While many past violations have been resolved, including multiple heat/hot water complaints and a cooking gas issue in 2021, the building's persistent maintenance issues suggest ongoing challenges. The property has undergone various inspections and received permits, including work related to exterior weatherproofing in 2018, but the incomplete resolution of some earlier violations and recurring system problems indicate continuing maintenance challenges.