1523 Purdy Street, Bronx, NY 10462

The two-family house at 1523 Purdy Street in Parkchester, currently owned by Shahidul Islam, has experienced several significant maintenance and compliance issues since mid-2022. Most notably, there were multiple electrical problems in June 2022, including power outages and no lighting issues, resulting in violations being issued. The building also faced serious concerns regarding mold, electrical safety, and pest infestation during this period, with violations documented for inadequate electrical service, mouse and roach infestations, and visible mold conditions.

The first-floor apartment was found to have multiple housing maintenance code violations in July 2022, including issues with paint condition, carbon monoxide detectors, and broken plastered surfaces. Further complicating matters, the property was investigated in September 2022 for possible illegal conversion from a 2-family to a 4-family dwelling, with citations issued regarding unauthorized modifications to the cellar and second floor, including additional bathrooms and bedrooms. This was accompanied by concerns about unsafe electrical equipment throughout the first-floor apartment.

While the building passed rodent inspections in 2012 and 2022, most recent reports suggest no rodent issues as of 2025. The property had several other maintenance issues in 2022, including water leaks, unsanitary conditions, and problems with heat/hot water systems. The electrical system remains a notable concern, with ongoing issues documented as recently as 2022. However, according to the most recent bedbug reporting from May 2025, there have been no infestations in the past year, suggesting some improvement in overall building conditions.