1059 East 225th Street, Bronx, NY 10466

The three-unit, three-story residential building at 1059 East 225th Street in Wakefield, owned by Andre Waring, has recently experienced significant structural issues and safety concerns, particularly in December 2024, when a major incident occurred that impacted the building's integrity and habitability. According to Department of Buildings (DOB) records, the property underwent a fire incident that resulted in substantial damage across all floors, with records indicating fire, water, and smoke damage, as well as severely charred ceiling and wall joists. The building was found to have missing exterior walls between the second floor and attic, and the inspection revealed compromised structural stability, particularly affecting the second floor's fireproofing systems.

The foundation was reported to have severe cracks and bulging, and there were documented concerns about leaning in the knee wall. The building's recent history shows a series of concerning complaints and violations, with December 2024 being a particularly critical period. On December 31, 2024, multiple complaints were filed regarding building shaking, vibrating, and structural stability concerns, leading to a full vacate order being served.

These issues were followed by a structural monitoring order. While subsequent complaints in January 2025 relating to construction enforcement were investigated and found to have no violations warranting action, the building currently has active DOB violations from December 31, 2024, related to its non-compliant structural condition. The building, constructed in 1930 and classed as a HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A property, has experienced its most significant safety and structural challenges in this recent two-month window, with relatively few documented issues in prior years.