2160 Bolton Street, Bronx, NY 10462

The 72-unit, 6-story building at 2160 Bolton Street in the Bronxdale neighborhood, owned by Dennis Ovalle, has experienced numerous maintenance and quality of life issues over the past year and a half. Most concerning are the active violations from late 2024 involving Apartment 5C, including multiple health and safety concerns such as rodent infestations (both mice and roaches), carbon monoxide detector issues, and problems with water fixtures and surfaces.

The building has also dealt with persistent plumbing and water-related issues, as evidenced by multiple 311 complaints in early 2025 regarding bathrooms and slow leaks, though some of these were found not to violate housing laws during HPD inspections. The property has experienced recurring heat and hot water outages in January 2025, and there are ongoing concerns about the building's infrastructure, including a recently noted environmental violation regarding the exterior walls with spalling stucco. Recent 311 complaints from 2025 have resulted in violations being issued, including one for flooring issues as of April 2025.

The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of responses to various complaints, with authorities often finding violations that require owner corrections, suggesting ongoing maintenance challenges. While the building has experienced periodic bedbug issues between 2019-2024, recent filings show no current infestations. Additionally, inspections conducted in 2025 have consistently shown evidence of rat activity, indicating persistent pest control challenges, though some inspections earlier in 2023 showed compliance with rat control requirements.