1351 Harrod Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472

The two-story, three-unit residential building at 1351 Harrod Avenue in Parkchester, owned by Patrick Joseph, has a documented history of pest-related issues spanning over several years. Most recently, in March 2025, there was a reported unsanitary condition involving pests, for which the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) issued violations that remain open as of now.

This current situation follows a pattern of ongoing non-compliance with bedbug reporting requirements under the Housing Maintenance Code, as evidenced by open violations issued in 2024, 2023, 2022, and 2021, all citing failure to file the required annual bedbug report. The building's pest management history shows some improvement in rodent control, with passed inspections recorded in 2018, 2017, 2016, 2014, and 2012-2010, indicating effective management of this specific issue over time.

Notably, there was documented rat activity in October 2012, which appears to have been addressed, as all subsequent rodent inspections have resulted in passing grades. The property dates back to 1920 and is classified as "HEREAFTER CONVERTED CLASS A," suggesting its conversion to a Class A dwelling designation occurred after the initial construction. While the building has maintained periodic compliance with rodent inspections in recent years, the recurring issues with bedbug reporting and the recent pest complaint in 2025 highlight ongoing challenges with pest management in the property.