2636 Decatur Avenue, Bronx, NY 10458

The two-family residence at 2636 Decatur Avenue in Fordham, owned by Jamie Sinclair, has experienced notable recurring issues with building-wide heating and hot water systems, particularly during 2022 when multiple emergency complaints were filed between February and October. The building, constructed in 1915, has also recorded plumbing-related concerns, with the most recent complaint in June 2023 regarding water supply issues, though inspections revealed no violations. Several violations from 2022 were addressed, including scalding hot water issues in Apartment 2 and defective doors.

The property has shown recent improvements in pest management, with zero bedbug infestations reported in the past two years (2023-2024), and completed a rodent compliance inspection in October 2024. While there have been periods of rat activity noted in 2022, 2023, and more recently in 2024, recent inspections have generally passed, indicating active management of vermin issues. The building has undergone various inspections and received several violation notices between 2021 and 2023, including issues with public hall maintenance and heating system requirements.

While most violations have been resolved, the pattern of heating system complaints throughout 2022, with tenants often unable to grant access for inspections, suggests ongoing infrastructure challenges. The property has maintained a consistent record of filing bedbug reports, showing adherence to regulations and confirming no infestations. The two-unit building has also experienced difficulties with access during inspections for various complaints, indicating potential communication challenges regarding maintenance issues. The most recent violations from early 2023 relate primarily to administrative requirements, including bedbug reporting and public notice postings, all of which were subsequently addressed.