956 Cranford Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466

The three-family, three-story building at 956 Cranford Avenue in Wakefield, owned by Joseph Brown and constructed in 1915, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, most notably in 2024-2025. The property has active violations as of November 2024 in Unit 1, including a mouse infestation (Class C violation), problems with the bathtub fixtures and waste line, and a defective radiator valve.

Multiple emergency complaints were filed in 2024 regarding heat and hot water issues affecting the entire building in October, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify these conditions. Between October and November 2024, there were also complaints about pest problems, plumbing issues affecting sinks and bathtubs, and an inspection revealing defective self-closing doors in Unit 1's kitchen. More recent issues include a gas range problem reported in May 2025, which resulted in violations needing correction.

The building has demonstrated some previous maintenance stability, with a rodent inspection in December 2022 showing a passing result and no recorded bedbug incidents between November 2021 and October 2022. The property's history shows a pattern of plumbing and pest control challenges, with multiple violations and complaints related to these issues over the past two years. While some complaints have been resolved through HPD inspections, many violations remain open as of late 2024-2025, indicating ongoing maintenance concerns that require attention.