201 East 238th Street, Bronx, NY 10470

The 49-unit, 6-story residential building at 201 East 238th Street in Woodlawn, built in 1954 and currently owned by 205 East 238th Street Owners, Inc., has experienced several recurring maintenance and safety issues over the past few years. Most concerning are the active violations related to the building's façade inspection and maintenance requirements from 2020-2024, including failure to file required reports and maintain the building envelope. There are also significant active violations regarding the sidewalk shed, with multiple complaints in 2024 citing unsafe conditions including rotted planks and missing panels, resulting in several substantial penalties totaling over $25,000.

Recent complaints indicate ongoing issues with pests and unsanitary conditions, including garbage storage problems, though these complaints were reportedly corrected upon inspection. The building has a history of water-related issues, with multiple complaints about leaks and dampness in 2023, particularly affecting apartment 4B. While rodent sightings were reported in 2024, subsequent inspections have generally shown compliance with rodent control requirements.

The building's elevator system has experienced maintenance issues, with violations noted in 2019 and 2020 regarding testing and certification requirements. Despite these challenges, the building's management has consistently filed bedbug reports showing zero infestations from 2020 through 2024, indicating effective pest management in this regard. The property has also demonstrated some regular maintenance of basic services, though there have been occasional heating and hot water complaints in the past, with emergency repairs recorded in May 2020.