1576 Taylor Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460

1576 Taylor Avenue is a 6-story, 73-unit residential building constructed in 1929 and currently managed by Steven Finkelstein. The building is experiencing significant ongoing maintenance issues, with multiple open complaints as of mid-2025. Most notably, there are several active emergency complaints regarding heavy water leaks, ceiling issues, electrical wiring problems, and flooring concerns that have persisted across multiple HPD and Housing Maintenance Code complaints throughout 2025.

The building has a documented history of elevator problems, with recurring complaints about the single elevator device and no alternate service between 2022 and 2025, leading to multiple ECB violations and fines. Safety issues have been noted regarding fire escape maintenance, door closures, and electrical systems, though many earlier violations were closed through necessary corrections. The property has undergone various inspections and repairs over recent years, with some notable improvements including the closing of several housing maintenance code violations related to plumbing, appliances, and flooring.

Rodent control efforts were implemented in 2017 with recorded rat activity and bait applications, though subsequent inspections showed passing results. Bedbug monitoring from 2019 through 2025 shows no reported infestations. The building's maintenance log also includes numerous 311 service requests and HPD inspections, with recent months showing particularly high levels of unresolved maintenance issues. While some older ECB violations related to boiler registration and fire safety were resolved, the building continues to face challenges with both emergency and non-emergency maintenance needs that require ongoing attention.