435 Castleton Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10301

The two-family house at 435 Castleton Avenue in Tompkinsville, owned by Kathleen Smith, has experienced several maintenance issues over the past few years, with the most significant cluster of problems occurring in October 2021. During that time, multiple complaints were filed regarding heat/hot water, plumbing (bathtub/shower and radiator), water leaks, door/window issues, appliance problems (electric/gas range), and a broken window guard, all of which were investigated by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) but ultimately did not result in official violations.

More recent concerns emerged in June 2024, when emergency complaints were filed regarding plumbing (bathtub/shower and basin/sink), ceiling issues, and unsanitary conditions including mold. A July 2024 inspection resulted in several violations in the second-floor apartment, including issues with leaky faucets, a loose washbasin, mold around the bathtub, and a mouse infestation, though these were subsequently certified as corrected by August 2024. The building has a documented history of plumbing and water-related issues, with violations from both 2021 and 2024 specifically mentioning water leaks and plumbing fixtures that required attention.

Additional concerns from the 2021 inspection included a broken carbon monoxide detector and peeling paint in the kitchen, as well as a roof leak affecting the ceiling in one room. Notably, there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years, with the most recent bedbug report (December 2023) showing no affected units or previous infestations. While the property has had recurring maintenance issues, it's worth noting that all complaints and violations have been officially closed, indicating that they were addressed, though this does not necessarily guarantee that similar problems will not reoccur in the future.