801 East 226th Street, Bronx, NY 10466

The 8-unit, 3-story residential building at 801 East 226th Street in Wakefield, owned by Bella & Sons Realty LLC, has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water service, most recently documented in January 2025, when multiple complaints were filed regarding both building-wide and apartment-specific heating problems. This building has a documented history of heating system challenges, with similar complaints recorded in late 2024 and throughout 2024, particularly affecting unit 1A. The property has also faced several maintenance issues requiring attention, including an active Department of Buildings violation from June 2023 regarding failure to file an external low-pressure inspection, though this appears to be an administrative compliance matter.

During inspections conducted in October 2024, multiple violations were identified in apartment 1A, including problems with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a rodent infestation, floor condition near the radiator, and mold presence in the bathroom ceiling. These violations were officially certified for correction between November and December 2024. The building has maintained a consistent record of bedbug-free status since at least 2019, with annual reports showing no infested or re-infested units.

Rodent inspection results from October 2022 passed, indicating some level of pest control success, though significant issues with roaches and mice were documented in late 2024. The property has shown some pattern of service response issues, particularly evident in October 2024 when multiple complaints regarding various issues (electric lighting, door/buzzer/intercom, paint/plaster, and unsanitary conditions) were documented, but HPD inspectors were unable to complete their inspections. While many of the documented violations and complaints have been closed, the recurring nature of heating issues, both building-wide and apartment-specific, suggests ongoing challenges with building systems that impact resident comfort and quality of life.