916 East 224th Street, Bronx, NY 10466

The two-story, four-unit building at 916 East 224th Street in Wakefield, owned by Tony Campbell, has experienced numerous maintenance issues over the past two years, with the most pressing concerns centering on apartment 1R. Beginning in late 2022 and continuing into 2023, there were multiple emergencies related to heat and hot water problems, including violations for inadequate heat and hot water supply, as well as instances of heavy water leakage. The building has also faced significant pest control challenges, with violations for a roach infestation in January 2023 and documented rodent activity in early 2023, leading to failed rodent inspections.

More recent violations from 2023 include concerns about water temperature (147 degrees), security (illegal fastening chain and padlock at rear gate), and the need for bedbug reporting compliance. In January 2023, multiple safety violations were recorded in apartment 1R, including missing carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, as well as problems with building access to the heating system. The property's maintenance history shows a concerning pattern of recurring problems, though there have been some improvements noted in recent inspections.

For example, a bedbug-related violation was issued in both March and April 2024, suggesting ongoing pest management challenges. While some emergency complaints have been resolved, many violations from 2023 remain open, including those related to heat, hot water, and general building maintenance. The building's age and classification as a New Law Tenement (built in 1930) may contribute to some of these ongoing maintenance challenges, though the frequency and nature of the violations suggest systemic issues requiring attention. The most recent complaint regarding illegal hotel rooms in residential buildings from May 2024 resulted in inspectors being unable to gain access for verification.