1617 Fowler Avenue, Bronx, NY 10462

1617 Fowler Avenue is a three-story, three-unit residential building constructed in 1992, currently owned by Samah Alsaidi. The property has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past few years, with particular concern about safety and sanitary conditions. Most recently, in February 2025, there was a pest infestation report that resulted in violations requiring correction. During 2024, multiple significant issues were documented, including a heavy water leak and ceiling damage in July, and concerns about indoor air quality from construction dust.

Earlier complaints from February 2023 indicated problems with heat and hot water systems affecting both individual apartments and the entire building, along with various unsanitary conditions including sewage issues and mold. Recent inspections in 2024 have revealed multiple open violations in Apartment 1, including missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a roach infestation, and various maintenance issues affecting doors, ceilings, and sanitation. The building has also had inspection-related concerns about door self-closing mechanisms and fire retardant materials in common areas, with open violations noted in 2024. The property's history shows some completed inspections and resolved issues, such as a passed rodent inspection in January 2023 and some violations that were closed through correction.

An illegal conversion complaint was filed in July 2024, though the inspector was unable to gain access for verification. The building's maintenance record indicates a pattern of moisture-related issues, air quality concerns, and pest problems, suggesting ongoing challenges with building upkeep. While some violations have been addressed, multiple open violations remain as of October 2023, particularly affecting safety systems such as smoke and carbon monoxide detection. The property has had repeated heat and hot water-related complaints, which are classified as emergency situations under housing maintenance codes.