140 West 238th Street, Bronx, NY 10463

The 5-story, 45-unit building at 140 West 238th Street in Kingsbridge, owned by Ruen Bido, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues since 2021, with the most significant concerns centering around unit D21. This apartment has documented violations for bedbug and roach infestations (August 2024), window frame repair issues, and multiple environmental problems requiring paint remediation in various rooms (bathroom, kitchen, foyer). Recently (December 2024), a new mold-related violation was recorded, though notably, most complaints were resolved through HPD inspections, with no violations found in many cases.

The building also has persistent documentation of unsanitary conditions, including pests, mold, and various maintenance matters like flooring, appliances, and general repairs throughout 2023-2024. The property has multiple active Department of Buildings violations related to energy compliance, including failures to file necessary benchmarking reports and external inspection documentation from 2019 and 2020. There are historical patterns of rodent activity documented through inspections between 2015 and 2022, though recent rodent conditions appear to be less frequently reported.

A significant cluster of complaints occurred in August 2024, with multiple issues being reported and subsequently closed, including problems with the floor, refrigerator, window frame, and pest infestations. While most violations from housing maintenance code complaints have been closed, the building's current status shows both open (as of 2021) and closed violations in unit D2 concerning paint, water leak, and safety device requirements. The property, built in 1921, has undergone regular inspections and received various violation notices, reflecting an ongoing need for maintenance and compliance with housing regulations.