3217 Cruger Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467

The three-story, eight-unit building at 3217 Cruger Avenue in Williamsbridge, owned by Ana Quezada and constructed in 1940, has experienced multiple maintenance issues in recent years, particularly focusing on Unit 3C. Most notably, there are currently eight open violations from October 2024 affecting Unit 3C, including problems with mechanical ventilation in the bathroom, leaking roof affecting the ceiling, broken mailbox lock, window frame issues, unsafe electrical wiring, and a pest infestation involving waterbugs. Recent heating and water supply concerns have also been documented, with a heat/hot water complaint recorded in December 2024 and a similar issue in August 2024 affecting Unit 2C.

The building has undergone several HPD inspections with varying outcomes; while some issues were resolved promptly, others remain outstanding. A rodent inspection in July 2024 and October 2024 resulted in failures for unspecified reasons, though previous inspections in 2018 and 2022 had passed. The property has a documented history of maintenance challenges, particularly in 2024, when multiple complaints spanning various issues - including plumbing, pest control, mailbox problems, and multiple instances of mold concerns - were filed through the 311 system.

While some complaints were inspected and violations were issued, there were instances where inspectors could not gain access to units for inspection. The building's maintenance history shows some previous issues that have been resolved, such as electrical problems and ceiling repairs, though new violations appear to have emerged. The bedbug inspection records for the period 2020-2022 show no infestation cases, and rodent inspections between 2018 and 2024 indicate fluctuating pest control success. The property's age and the variety of maintenance issues reported suggest ongoing challenges with building upkeep and resident comfort.