2940 Matthews Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467

This two-family house at 2940 Matthews Avenue in Allerton, built in 1931 and currently owned by Victor Chigbu, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past two years, with the most recent cluster of problems occurring in July 2023. During July 2023 alone, there were multiple emergency complaints related to plumbing issues, including toilet problems and water supply concerns, as well as an electric power outage and appliance malfunction involving the electric/gas range.

These complaints were all investigated by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), though no violations were ultimately issued. Earlier in 2023, there were concerns about unsanitary conditions and pests, with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene encountering access issues during inspections, and a verified rodent violation recorded in October 2022. The building's recent history also shows ongoing maintenance challenges with basic services, including another electric power outage in September 2021, and several pest-related complaints spanning from 2019 through 2023, indicating a recurring issue with vermin control.

As of April 2023, there is an active Department of Buildings violation related to the failure to file the 2022 external low pressure inspection documentation. While a complaint regarding an illegal conversion was filed in July 2023, the inspection conducted in September 2023 found no violations. The property's maintenance record suggests persistent issues with plumbing systems, electrical infrastructure, and pest management, though most complaints have been resolved without formal violations being issued against the property.