1636 Plymouth Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461

The two-family residence at 1636 Plymouth Avenue in Pelham Bay, owned by Shedrack Okojie, is a two-story, 1920-built structure that has experienced significant maintenance issues over the past two years. The most pressing concern has been recurring heat and hot water system problems, with four emergency complaints filed between April and December 2024, resulting in HPD inspections and violation notices.

During late 2023, the building faced multiple maintenance challenges, including plumbing issues with bathtubs/showers and water supply, as well as mold-related sanitary concerns, though inspections found some of these issues had been resolved promptly. The property also underwent several Housing Maintenance Code investigations for various violations, all of which were eventually closed by HPD, with some requiring the owner to address specific violations within designated timeframes. In addition to these ongoing maintenance issues, the building has been subject to several Department of Buildings complaints regarding potential illegal activities and modifications.

In December 2024, a report of an illegal conversion was filed, though access was denied during the inspection attempt in March 2025. Between May and September 2023, multiple complaints were lodged regarding illegal curb cut/driveway modifications, with inspectors ultimately issuing corrective action requests that were documented as corrected. While some issues have been addressed through HPD and DOB intervention, the frequency of heat/hot water complaints and various plumbing and sanitary concerns suggests ongoing maintenance challenges for this property.