813 Chestnut Street, Bronx, NY 10467

The three-story, three-unit building at 813 Chestnut Street in Williamsbridge, owned by Peter Sher and constructed in 1901, has experienced several persistent maintenance issues over recent years, with the most pressing concerns centering around heat and water systems. Most recently, in December 2024, there were complaints about lack of heat/hot water affecting the entire building, which resulted in an emergency response from HPD, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify the conditions. Similar heat/hot water complaints were recorded in March 2023, along with cooking gas issues, though no violations were issued for the latter.

The building has also faced recurring rodent issues, with multiple complaints and inspections recorded between 2019 and 2022, including violations found in June 2022. Significant safety concerns have been documented, particularly in 2021, with multiple emergency complaints regarding fire escapes and water leaks, and violations related to garbage/recycling storage. The property has a history of infrastructure concerns, including a cluster of violations found in August 2024 specifically in the third-floor apartment, relating to pest control, water supply, and safety equipment. These violations included inadequate hot water supply, missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and broken window guards.

The building's maintenance record shows several missed inspections and access issues for authorities trying to verify complaints or violations. Previous years have seen various building system concerns, including a significant incident in November 2018 involving unpermitted gas work that resulted in multiple violations and fines. Though the building's official bedbug reports for 2022-2023 show no confirmed infestations, the property has had regular rodent control efforts, with different compliance results over the years. The combined history of heating system complaints, safety violations, and pest control issues suggests ongoing management challenges in maintaining basic building systems and addressing resident concerns.