2143 Story Avenue, Bronx, NY 10473

The 3-unit, 2-story building at 2143 Story Avenue in Unionport, owned by Jeurajie Shewnarain, has a notable history of maintenance issues and recent violations that warrant attention. Most concerning are the recurring heating problems, with the latest complaint in January 2025 involving the entire building, and previous heat/hot water issues reported in both 2022 and 2018.

The property has also faced significant maintenance challenges, particularly during late 2018 when multiple violations were issued regarding electrical wiring, plumbing (sink/basin), and mold conditions, though some inspections during this period found no violations. A recent September 2023 inspection revealed several important safety requirement violations, including missing smoke detector notices, carbon monoxide detector requirements, and gas leak procedure postings, though these were certified as corrected by November 2023. The building's history includes an attempted inspection for unauthorized construction work in October 2024 where access was not granted, and multiple inspections have found various safety compliance issues that needed addressing.

While there were some bedbug incidents reported between 2020-2023, the most recent filings (2023-2024) indicate no active infestations, and previous reports show eradication of three units in 2021. A rodent inspection in 2010 showed passing conditions. The building's maintenance record shows a pattern of requiring emergency interventions, particularly regarding heat and safety systems, and while many issues have been resolved through official channels, the frequency and nature of complaints suggest ongoing attention to building systems may be necessary.