2545 Olinville Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467

The 35-unit, 5-story building at 2545 Olinville Avenue in Allerton, constructed in 1927 and currently owned by Roger Tate, has experienced several concerning issues in 2025, including open complaints regarding plumbing (water supply) and unsanitary garbage/recycling storage. Earlier this year, multiple incidents were reported and addressed, such as water leaks, ceiling problems, and heating issues throughout the building. Safety concerns were raised in March 2025 regarding non-functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, though the violations were subsequently closed.

The building has consistently struggled with basic maintenance issues, as evidenced by multiple violations issued to apartment 2E in December 2024, including problems with self-closing doors, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and visible mold around bathroom window frames. The property has a documented history of pest control challenges, with one confirmed bedbug infestation in 2025 (though with eradication), and persistent rat activity noted in multiple rodent inspections from 2022 through 2025. Building systems maintenance appears to be an ongoing challenge, with violations recorded for water leaks, plaster damage, and heating issues.

A significant environmental violation from 2023-2024 remains active regarding unpermitted work at the cellar level, involving unauthorized demolition. The building has had compliance issues with safety systems, particularly regarding detector functionality, though recent inspections show improved compliance with heating systems. While some historical complaints about illegal conversions and debris were investigated, no violations were confirmed during inspections. The most recent permit issuance in late 2022 suggests some level of routine maintenance, though the record of persistent violations indicates ongoing maintenance challenges.