530 West 236th Street, Bronx, NY 10463

The six-story, 85-unit residential building at 530 West 236th Street in Riverdale, owned by Meyer Jeger, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, as of mid-2025, there are ongoing violations related to smoking and vaping in smoke-free areas. The property has also faced persistent plumbing issues, with multiple complaints and violations regarding toilets, sinks, and water supply documented between 2024 and 2025, including three emergency plumbing complaints in June 2025. There was a concerning outbreak of mold reported in February 2025, and previous violations from 2024 included problems with paint and plaster on walls and ceilings.

The building has a documented history of inspection access issues, with multiple instances where inspectors were unable to gain entry during inspections of plumbing, sanitation, and maintenance complaints. Notable violations from 2024 include an infestation of mice in apartment 2P and problems with the carbon monoxide and smoke detector systems. The elevator system has been a recurring source of complaints and violations, with multiple investigations between 2019 and 2023 regarding operation, safety devices, and unauthorized modifications. Environmental Control Board violations from 2020-2024 indicate ongoing maintenance challenges, including issues with building facade maintenance, door lock systems, and elevator safety systems.

While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years (2019-2024), the building had documented rat activity in July 2023, though it passed a subsequent rodent inspection in September 2023. The property has active violations regarding failure to submit required annual reports for multiple years (2022-2023). The building's recent history reveals a pattern of maintenance challenges, particularly in plumbing systems, security systems, and building safety compliance, with many issues requiring multiple service requests or inspections to resolve. There have been efforts to address some violations, as evidenced by numerous "closed" status updates on past complaints, though some remain open or unresolved as of mid-2025.