187 City Island Avenue, Bronx, NY 10464

187 City Island Avenue, a 3-story, 6-unit tenement building constructed in 1925, has experienced a range of maintenance and safety issues over recent years, currently managed by 187 City Island LLC. Most notably, there are ongoing environmental concerns with active complaints about construction lead dust (as of June 2025). The building has faced multiple infrastructure challenges, including electrical issues (power outages, no lighting), plumbing problems (bathtub/shower), and various maintenance violations involving windows, ceilings, floors, and doors.

A significant pattern of pest-related complaints has emerged, with both rodent issues and reports of unsanitary conditions being documented, though recent years show no bedbug infestations. The building's exterior and structural maintenance has been a persistent area of concern, with multiple violations related to the facade, roof, and fire escape documented between 2020 and 2024. These include brick and mortar defects, fire escape maintenance issues, and problems with the building's sidewalk shed.

The Department of Buildings has issued several Environmental Control Board violations against the property in 2024, including issues with an expired sidewalk shed permit and safety concerns about its installation. The most recent violations suggest ongoing challenges with maintaining proper safety standards for pedestrian protection around the building. While some violations from 2024 have been resolved, several remain active as of the latest inspections, particularly concerning building facade maintenance and sidewalk shed requirements.