222 West 233rd Street, Bronx, NY 10463

222 West 233rd Street is a 6-story, 72-unit residential building located in the Kingsbridge neighborhood, constructed in 1928 and currently owned by Peter Kreatsoulas. The building has experienced persistent heating system issues throughout 2024-2025, with multiple reports of no heat or hot water affecting the entire building, particularly notable during January-February 2025. These complaints, classified as emergencies, have typically been resolved quickly but indicate ongoing maintenance concerns.

The building is currently facing significant structural issues, with multiple active violations regarding the exterior facade. Inspections in 2024-2025 identified cracked and spalling bricks, particularly around windows and at various levels of the facade, with potential safety concerns leading to emergency work orders recommending partial vacate of certain exposures. The building's security systems also require attention, with violations regarding improper locking mechanisms at the building's vestibule door. Recent pest control records show ongoing rat activity, with multiple bait applications in 2025 and previous inspections indicating rat presence as recently as August 2023.

Notably, the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations since 2019, with no reported cases in the past three cycles. The elevator systems have been a recurring concern, with multiple complaints about single-device service and no alternate means, though recent inspections have typically found no violations. The building's management has faced various Housing Maintenance Code violations in recent years, including issues with mold in apartment 3B's bathroom and problems with lead-based paint hazard compliance. While many complaints have been resolved promptly, the pattern of repeated heating issues and current structural violations suggests persistent maintenance challenges.