1320 Stratford Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472

1320 Stratford Avenue is a 2-story, 4-unit residential building located in Parkchester and constructed in 1928. The property, owned by Cheryl Middleton, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over recent years, with particular concern around rodent activity and ongoing building violations. Most notably, there have been multiple documented instances of rat activity in 2023 and 2024, with the most recent bait applications occurring in September 2024.

The building has open violations regarding the required annual bedbug reporting for 2022-2024. A September 2021 inspection revealed multiple maintenance issues in apartment 2F, including defective smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, water leaks affecting ceilings, and various repair needs for floors, walls, and bathroom fixtures. The building's maintenance history reveals recurring problems with basic services and infrastructure.

In 2021, there were multiple emergency complaints regarding heat/hot water systems, electrical lighting, and appliance issues, though some inspections were unable to gain access to verify conditions. While several inspections in 2021-2022 resulted in no violations being found, the ongoing nature of the rodent issues and multiple open violations suggests persistent maintenance challenges. The property has undergone periodic rodent baiting efforts, with the most recent inspections in 2024 continuing to show evidence of rat activity despite these interventions. While there have been some improvements in conditions, as evidenced by certain violations being closed, the building continues to have several unresolved issues that affect resident comfort and safety.