215 West 242nd Street, Bronx, NY 10471

The 33-unit, 5-story building at 215 West 242nd Street in Fieldston, owned by Rina Manginelli, has experienced significant maintenance challenges in recent years. Most notably, there was a major fire incident in March 2020 originating from Apartment 5 that caused extensive damage throughout the building, affecting floors, walls, and fire separation systems. Following this, a series of violations were recorded regarding the building's structure and fire safety systems, though some were subsequently closed after repairs were completed.

In 2024, multiple complaints were logged regarding heat and hot water issues, along with pest control needs in Apartment 56, which had reports of mold and roach infestation. Recent complaints in 2025 have focused on heat and hot water problems, and indoor air quality concerns. The building has also faced recurring maintenance issues, including plumbing problems, and various housing code violations related to walls, ceilings, and windows.

The property's history includes several emergency service requests, particularly concerning heating systems, with multiple complaints between March and April 2025. While there have been recent inspections for rodent activity in 2022 showing positive results, bedbug reports have consistently shown zero infestations between 2021-2024. Building safety systems have been periodically inspected, including fire escapes in late 2024, though some violations remain open as of October 2024 regarding access to heating systems and hot water availability in Apartment 36. The building's fire escape systems were the subject of violations in late 2024, and access issues have been a recurring theme in both heating and plumbing complaints.