2882 Valentine Avenue, Bronx, NY 10458

The three-unit, two-story building at 2882 Valentine Avenue in Fordham, owned by Deysi Mercado and built in 1901, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent months. Most notably, in June 2024, multiple complaints emerged regarding heat and hot water systems, plumbing problems, unsanitary conditions including pest-related violations, and door/window issues, with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) issuing violations for several of these matters. The building currently has open violations related to inoperable smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a hot water temperature exceedance, pest infestation, and various door-related issues in basement apartment 1 as of June 2024.

Earlier complaints from March 2024 also resulted in multiple violations, particularly concerning doors, pest issues, and plumbing matters. The building's maintenance history shows a mix of addressed and ongoing concerns. While rodent inspections have consistently passed from 2015 to 2024, indicating good pest control practices, the building has struggled with other maintenance matters. A bedbug report from 2022 showed no active infestations during the reporting period.

Additional complaints in early 2024 regarding electrical wiring and illegal conversion were either closed without violations or due to inspectors' inability to gain access. Recent building inspections have maintained regular reporting and compliance, though the current open violations suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The property was previously reported to have extremely hot water (137 degrees Fahrenheit) in March 2024, exceeding the allowable limit of 130 degrees, which was classified as a C violation. While some issues from the initial complaints were resolved, many recent complaints have resulted in open violations, particularly in relation to safety equipment and various building systems.