956 East 219th Street, Bronx, NY 10469

The 4-unit, 2-story residential building at 956 East 219th Street in Williamsbridge, owned by Joel Retek, has experienced several maintenance issues over the past few years. Most recently, in January 2025, multiple complaints were filed simultaneously regarding door/windows, walls, and unsanitary conditions, including mold and pests, with varying inspection outcomes—some inspections could not be completed, while others found no violations. In August 2024, the building underwent inspections that revealed mold issues in apartment 2F, particularly around the bathroom window frame, along with some flooring problems.

These violations were eventually certified as corrected between October 2024 and January 2025. The property has also had issues with public areas, including a July 2024 violation for inadequate maintenance of encumbered second-story hallways and various infrastructure concerns, which were generally addressed by late 2024. The building's maintenance history shows persistent concerns with water-related issues, as evidenced by a heavy flow water leak complaint in August 2024.

More positively, the property has maintained a consistent record of being bedbug-free, with no infestations reported in the annual inspections from 2020 to 2024. A significant concern was the discovery of lead-based paint in 2024, particularly affecting the bathroom door frame in apartment 2F, though this violation was certified as corrected in January 2025. The multiple failed inspection attempts in early 2025, particularly regarding door-related issues, suggest ongoing accessibility or communication challenges with housing authorities.