3153 Seymour Avenue, Bronx, NY 10469

The four-story, 16-unit New Law Tenement building at 3153 Seymour Avenue in Baychester, owned by Alvaro Rodriguez, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, with the most notable being recurring water leak problems. Most recently, in May 2025, there was a heavy water leak identified, though subsequently reported as corrected. In 2024 alone, the building faced multiple maintenance challenges including a notable cluster of issues in September involving unsanitary conditions (both pests and mold), appliance problems (refrigerator), various water leak incidents, and issues with flooring/ stairs.

Two Class B violations were issued in August 2024 regarding fire escape defects and plaster/paint issues in Apartment 1B, along with several other violations related to water leaks, door problems, and missing carbon monoxide detectors that were certified as corrected by September 2024. The building's history shows a pattern of maintenance issues, particularly involving water-related problems, as evidenced by multiple HPD complaints and violations. Earlier records indicate a safety concern regarding the fire escape in July 2024, though this was subsequently addressed.

The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations since 2017, with zero reported cases in the last seven annual filings. Recent inspections for rodent presence in 2018 and 2022 show mixed results, though the most recent inspection passed. The building has also undergone various permitted work, including what appears to be window-related improvements in 2018-2019 based on issued permits. While many complaints have been resolved through HPD inspections, the recurring nature of water-related issues suggests this remains an ongoing concern for residents.