828 East 227th Street, Bronx, NY 10466

The 2-story, 6-unit building at 828 East 227th Street in Wakefield, owned by Moses Rabinovits and constructed in 1930, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past two years. Most concerning are the recurring problems with mold, with multiple complaints filed in late 2024 and late 2023, resulting in violations issued for Apartment 2A in November 2023. The building has also faced persistent heating and hot water issues, with complaints registered in December 2024, though these were reportedly corrected according to HPD's follow-up.

Other notable concerns include multiple plumbing issues (bathtub, toilet, and steam pipe problems), electrical system complaints (including wiring and outlet/switch issues), and window frame problems, particularly affecting the basement unit. The property has undergone several inspections between 2019-2022 relating to illegal conversion complaints, though inspectors were unable to gain access in most cases, and there were also some issues regarding self-closing doors that received violations. Recent records show consistent compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, indicating no infestations, and while there have been multiple rodent inspections, the building passed its most recent inspection in December 2022 after several failures in previous years.

The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with basic systems and building upkeep, particularly regarding moisture control and heating systems. Recent violations from 2023-2024 primarily focus on sanitary conditions and plumbing issues, though many other complaints were resolved without violations being issued. The property has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements through 2024 and appears to have addressed most recent violations related to doors and windows, though the pattern of heating and mold complaints indicates these issues may not be fully resolved.