1152 Arnow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10469

1152 Arnow Avenue in Allerton is a 2-story, 4-unit residential building constructed in 1993 and currently owned by Gladston Green. The property has experienced several significant issues in recent years, most notably a serious fire incident that occurred in May 2024, which affected both the cellar and basement levels of the building, causing structural damage and leading to active violations from the Department of Buildings regarding non-compliance and structural compromise.

Following the fire, multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations were recorded, including damage to windows in both the first and second-story public halls, exposed wires in Apartment 2, and various issues requiring cleanup and repair work. The property has also been under scrutiny for potentially illegal modifications, with violations recorded for unauthorized cooking facilities and plumbing fixtures in the cellar apartment (Apartment CC), as well as existing concerns about fire damage in both the CC and basement apartments. The building's recent history includes 311 complaints about heat and hot water issues in February 2021, which HPD was unable to inspect.

A potentially concerning pattern of violations emerged in May 2024, with multiple open citations related to safety and maintenance issues, including broken windows, interior damage, and violations requiring the abatement of fire damage. The Department of Buildings conducted inspections in May 2024 that resulted in a partial vacate order being served due to concerns about building shaking and structural stability. While an initial rodent inspection in June 2022 resulted in a passing grade, the more recent issues suggest ongoing maintenance and safety challenges for the property.