713 St Ouen Street, Bronx, NY 10470

The two-family house at 713 St Ouen Street in Wakefield, owned by Edwin Rodriguez, has experienced significant maintenance challenges over the past few years, particularly affecting one of its two units. Most notably, in early 2025, multiple serious issues were documented, including mold problems, water leaks with heavy flow, and pest infestations, all of which resulted in housing maintenance code violations. The building has also faced ongoing rodent problems, with multiple inspections showing rat activity from 2022 through 2025, though bait was applied most recently in March 2025. The property underwent several plumbing-related issues in 2022-2023, affecting the toilet, shower, and sink, with some violations issued and others requiring owner corrections.

Recent inspections in 2023-2024 have revealed numerous open violations, particularly affecting the first-floor unit (1STFLO), including issues with water leaks, bathroom mold, broken tiles, and various repair needs in the kitchen and bathroom areas. These violations encompass problems with the waste line drain pipe at the bathtub, bathroom mold, broken wood cabinets, defective caulk in the bathtub area, and issues with the vinyl floor in the kitchen. Additionally, there is an open violation from March 2024 regarding a defective self-closing door in the public hall. While some complaints from 2022 regarding heat/hot water issues were resolved promptly, the pattern of ongoing maintenance issues suggests persistent challenges in maintaining basic housing standards.

The building's documented history shows a pattern of moisture-related problems, including leaks and mold, as well as pest infestations, which appear to be recurring issues despite some remediation efforts. The property has been subject to multiple emergency and non-emergency complaints, with varying outcomes regarding inspections and violations. While some issues have been resolved, many remain open, particularly those identified in 2023-2024. The age of the building, constructed in 1960, along with these documented maintenance challenges, suggests potential concerns regarding the property's overall upkeep and management response to recurring issues.