3215 Arlington Avenue, Bronx, NY 10463

The 6-story, 68-unit residential building at 3215 Arlington Avenue in Riverdale, owned by Michelle Abubo and constructed in 1958, has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly in recent years. Most notably, there have been multiple documented instances of mold issues, with the most recent complaints filed in October 2023 remaining open according to Housing Maintenance Code violations.

Apartment 5C has multiple open violations dating from 2022-2023, including issues with window repairs, floor conditions, water leaks, and problems with bathroom fixtures. The building has also faced challenges with indoor air quality, as evidenced by several complaints in 2022 regarding chemical vapors, and drinking water-related health inquiries in October 2023 that were investigated without noted violations. The property currently has several active violations related to energy benchmarking reporting that have persisted since at least 2023, with the most recent violation issued in November 2023.

Historical records show earlier maintenance challenges, including pest control issues in 2020 with documented roach and mice infestations in apartment 5C, though subsequent bedbug reports from 2021-2023 indicate no infestations. The building has experienced persistent issues requiring intervention from both the Housing Preservation and Development and Department of Health and Mental Hygiene departments, though most recent inspections have not resulted in official violations being recorded, including a February 2022 HPD inspection that found no mold violations despite previous complaints. While some historical violations have been resolved, such as those related to safety equipment in 2021, the current open violations regarding energy reporting requirements suggest ongoing regulatory compliance challenges.