4300 Bruner Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466

The 3-story, 3-unit converted dwelling at 4300 Bruner Avenue in Wakefield, built in 1960 and currently owned by Phantom Cap 251 Llc, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over recent years. Most notably, there has been a pattern of heating system problems, with three emergency heat/hot water complaints filed in January-February 2025, including both building-wide and apartment-specific issues.

These complaints followed a similar pattern of heating problems documented throughout 2025, with HPD inspections confirming violations that required owner remediation. Additionally, between 2018 and 2022, there were multiple concerns regarding building systems, including electrical issues (power outages and no lighting in 2018), and several violations related to inadequate lighting and maintenance of common areas. The building has significant outstanding violations, primarily related to bedbug reporting requirements for 2021-2024 (Class A violations) and multiple issues identified in September 2018 affecting apartment 2, including problems with smoke detectors, door functionality, and the presence of mold (Class C violation).

There are also pressing environmental concerns, with an active ECB violation from 2022 regarding the building's brick facade condition, including step cracks and missing mortar, with a penalty balance of $3,125.00. The property has undergone two inspections for illegal commercial use in a residential zone (2018 and 2022), with varying outcomes regarding access and violations. The building's documented history shows persistent maintenance challenges that have required multiple interventions and continue to present unresolved compliance issues.