1520 Bruckner Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10473

1520 Bruckner Boulevard is a 4-story, 8-unit residential building located in Soundview, constructed in 2002 and currently owned by Edward Chalavca. The building has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, most notably heat and hot water failures in January 2025, and multiple violations documented in August 2023 related to plumbing (including issues with sinks and bathtubs/showers), ventilation systems, water leaks, wall conditions, and mold.

More recently, in May 2025, multiple emergency complaints were filed regarding safety systems, including carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, though these were subsequently closed. A significant violation from June 2024 remains open concerning missing heating system signage on the first floor, and multiple ongoing violations pertain to encumbrances in public areas, insufficient lighting, and fire safety requirements. The building has a contentious history regarding its occupancy configuration, with multiple complaints in April 2023 regarding potential illegal conversions.

These led to Environmental Control Board violations, including one for illegally creating an additional apartment in the cellar, increasing the unit count from 8 to 9, though this violation was resolved with a $1,250 penalty. Historical data shows some concerning patterns, including multiple instances of rat activity in inspections between 2010 and 2017, though there have been no reported rodent issues since then. The building's maintenance record suggests ongoing challenges with basic systems and safety compliance, particularly in relation to heating, plumbing, and safety systems.