13 Gray Street, Staten Island, NY 10304

The two-family house at 13 Gray Street in Stapleton, built in 1910 and currently owned by Elizabeth Del Priore, has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent months. Most notably, in September 2024, the building faced multiple interconnected problems including unsanitary conditions with pests, mold, ventilation system concerns, water leakage, flooring issues, and door-related problems.

These complaints, primarily filed on September 4, 2024, were all subsequently investigated by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) with no violations issued, though a ventilation-related complaint prompted a letter to the owner from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). The building's most serious documented issues occurred in September 2024 within Apartment 15, where multiple violations were recorded including rodent infestations (Class C violation), electrical wiring concerns, and bathroom floor tile damage (all classified as B violations). Rodent-related problems were particularly notable, with violations recorded for rat and vermin infestations, along with a specific infestation of flies and gnats.

While these violations were certified as addressed by October 11, 2024, their occurrence suggests significant maintenance challenges. It's worth noting that a rodent inspection from September 2014 had previously resulted in a passing grade, representing the only such inspection on record. The building's complaints and violations from 2024, which were mostly filed and closed within September, indicate a cluster of maintenance issues that, while officially resolved, suggest ongoing concerns with building upkeep and resident comfort.