1720 Adams Street, Bronx, NY 10460

The three-story, two-unit building at 1720 Adams Street in Van Nest, owned by Steven Goldschmied, has a concerning history of maintenance issues and regulatory compliance challenges. Since 2020, there have been multiple instances of suspected illegal conversion activity, with six complaints about unauthorized Single Room Occupancy (SRO) conditions and certificate of occupancy violations, culminating in an active ECB violation from August 2020 related to illegal conversions and occupancy beyond authorized limits, with a penalty of $6,250.

The property has experienced recurring maintenance problems, particularly during 2021-2022, including emergency heat/hot water issues, water leaks, mold, pest infestations, and various door/window problems, some of which resulted in violations being issued by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). More recently, as of 2022-2023, the building has active violations regarding annual bedbug reporting requirements, though a rodent inspection from December 2022 passed successfully. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of unsanitary conditions, including garbage storage issues, heavy water flows, and multiple instances of mold and pest problems.

While many of these complaints were eventually resolved, with HPD verifying corrections in multiple cases, a number of inspections in 2021-2022 faced access issues. Of particular concern are the open violations related to bedbug reporting (2022) and the locked boiler room access issue from 2022, which represents a potential safety concern. The building's documented history raises questions about consistent maintenance practices and regulatory compliance, though records indicate some improvements and successful resolutions of specific complaints over time.