827 East 232nd Street, Bronx, NY 10466

The two-family house at 827 East 232nd Street in Wakefield, owned by Jacob Lieberman, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past two years, most notably regarding heating and hot water systems. In 2025 alone, there were multiple complaints about heat and hot water issues, including reports from both entire building and individual apartment perspectives, with several inspection attempts unable to gain access to the premises.

Electrical concerns, specifically regarding outlets and switches, and window safety issues were also reported in April 2025, though HPD inspectors faced similar access challenges during their attempts to investigate. Prior to these recent complaints, there were significant plumbing issues reported in October 2024, including problems with basins/sinks and toilets, as well as a sewage odor complaint that triggered a health department advisory.

Looking further back, the building has faced other notable challenges, including a rodent infestation and visible mold condition in the basement apartment, documented in August 2022, which were officially certified as corrected by September 2022. While two Department of Buildings complaints were filed in September-October 2024 regarding boiler and drainage issues, inspections found no violations at the time. Throughout this period, the property has experienced persistent difficulties with system access during inspection attempts, as evidenced by multiple complaints where inspectors were unable to complete their evaluations, suggesting potential communication hurdles between tenants and regulatory authorities regarding scheduling and access arrangements.