953 Grant Avenue
Bronx, NY 10456BBL 2-02446-0031Map
Owner of record: 38 Fountain INC.
953 Grant Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1905 in Bronx, 10456. It has 3 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is 38 Fountain INC.. HPD has recorded 71 housing violations here, most recently on March 19, 2026. 9 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.
- HPD violations
- 71
- DOB violations
- 4
- ECB violations
- 10
- HPD complaints
- 75
What to know
Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 71
- BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective metal cornice at building front
Mar 19, 2026
Open — Nov sent out - ANon-hazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all components at all story at east exterior wall fire escape (building front)
Mar 19, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder and secure by using nuts and bolts at the east exterior wall fire escape ( building front)
Mar 19, 2026
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Jun 5, 2025
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. scrape and remove rust scales and paint with 2 coats of paint all stories all balconies at building front at fire escape
Aug 6, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Aug 6, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box missing at public hall, 1st story
Aug 6, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building. at public hall, 1st story
Aug 6, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story
Aug 6, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected at public hall, 1st story
Aug 6, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed
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- ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.
Aug 6, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Apr 2, 2024
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Feb 17, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective hinge at gate at front , 1st story
Sep 13, 2021
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.
Apr 2, 2021
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing lower stop bar at drop ladder guides at building front at fire escape
Sep 20, 2020
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 53, 187, 231 m/d law and department rules and regulations. provide a shoe properly secured to bottom of string of dropladder at fire escape building front at fire escape
Sep 20, 2020
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective wood base cabinet at sink in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 31, 2020 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 31, 2020 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 31, 2020 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 31, 2020 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors at in the entrance located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 31, 2020 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the carbon monoxide detecting device(s). defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Jul 31, 2020 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 11, 2018
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 13, 2018 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the 2nd room from north located at apt 1, 1st story, 1st apartment from west at north
Mar 13, 2018 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system locked door at cellar
Mar 13, 2018
Open — Not complied with - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 10; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 0; in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 18, 2018 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing drop ladder at building front fire escape
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system boiler room door locked at basement
Jan 18, 2018
Open — Not complied with - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame readily accessible for signature, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor at ...
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box ...
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system ...
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 18, 2018 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 18, 2018 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - BHazardous
Properly repair the broken or defective lock assembly at building entrance door located at apt 3, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jan 18, 2018 · Apt 3
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building.
Jan 18, 2018
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures ... in the entire apartment located at apt 3fl, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 9, 2018 · Apt 3FL
Open — First no access to re- inspect violation - CImmediately hazardous
Install the missing or repair/replace the defective window guard(s) in accordance with the specifications of the new york city health code section 24 rcny chapter 12. wg to install = 3; wg to replace = 0; wg to repair = 1; repair with one way screw in the entire apartment located at apt 3fl, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north
Jan 9, 2018 · Apt 3FL
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Nov 13, 2017
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Oct 28, 2016
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.
Feb 4, 2015
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Provide ready access to buildings heating system door locked at boiler room
Dec 20, 2008
Open — Not complied with - BHazardous
Abate the nuisance consisting of vermin mice in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector (missing) in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide an approved and operational carbon monoxide detecting device, installed in accordance with applicable law and rules. in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Remove all obstructions and repair all defects in sink in the kitchen located at apt 2, 2nd story, 1st apartment from south at west
Feb 14, 2008 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 4
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Feb 3, 2021
Dob violation - active - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Oct 14, 2020
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Nov 30, 2016
Dob violation - dismissed - Unsafe buildings none
Ub-unsafe buildings none
May 2, 2015
V%*-dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 10
- Class - 1
Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner.noted:building facade institute of disrepair at exp 1 roof metal cornice has deteriorated with a big hole which open element of weather and/or wild life and als
Nov 4, 2020 · Penalty $3,125
Active - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner.note:at time of inspection,observed at exposure#1/front cornice has a large hole whichis open to the elements of weather and/or wildlife.also there are step
Sep 16, 2020 · Penalty $3,125
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain.observeddefects in the cornice and through the facade.rem:maintain in code compliant manner.
Jul 17, 2020 · Penalty $1,250
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit expired permit. work noted: observed is a 3 family house is doing a full renovation from cellar & all 3 floors cellar is 60% complete & all 3 floora are 80% complete w/a exp permit 2/24/17.
Apr 6, 2017 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Work doesn't conform to approved construction documents. work noted: all 3 floors are 80% done but the layout of each floor doesn't conform to plans & cellar is 80& complete which is not on permit under job#
Apr 6, 2017
Resolve - Class - 2
Unapproved,unsafe,unsuitable electrical equipment,apparatus,materials,appliances or wiring in use.basement & 1st floor temporary wiring:temporary wiring are not properly supported,no guard provided for temporar
Feb 3, 2017 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Electrical work without a permit.temporary wiring:branch circuit wiring,lighting fixtures,receptacle outlets."not on file""please note"y180453 does not cover the temporary wiring.remedy:obtain permit.
Feb 3, 2017 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 3
Failure to sonspicuously post electrical work permit while work is in progress.please note:no electrical permit is posted.remedy:post permit
Feb 3, 2017 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in nov #35173073y issued on 11/26/15 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1,28-204.4 & 1rcny102-01. for work w/o a permit. noted: gutted interior removed of parti
Oct 29, 2016
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. work noted: gutted interior removed of partitions,electrical & plumbing throughout bldg. note: only floor joists/interior stairs & exterior walls & roof remain. remedy: stop all work. obtain
Aug 31, 2016 · Penalty $8,000
Resolve
Complaints
- Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Jun 8, 2024 · Apt BSMT
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Jun 8, 2024 · Apt BSMT
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jan 12, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Garbage/recycling storage
Jan 12, 2024 · Apt BLDG
Close - Unsanitary condition
Sewage
Jan 6, 2023 · Apt BASEME
Close - General
Cooking gas
Apr 21, 2022 · Apt BLDG
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 27, 2022 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Door
Aug 13, 2021 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Aug 13, 2021 · Apt 1
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Aug 10, 2020 · Apt 2
Close
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- Appliance
Refrigerator
Aug 10, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Appliance
Refrigerator
Jul 29, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jul 17, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Skylight
Jul 17, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Roof door/hatch
Jul 17, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Jul 17, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 17, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Outside building
Porch/balcony
Jul 17, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - General
Signage missing
Jul 17, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 17, 2020 · Apt BLDG
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 10, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Safety
Fire escape
Jul 10, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 10, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Unsanitary condition
Pests
Jul 10, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Door
Jul 10, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
Jul 10, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Safety
Carbon monoxide detector
Jul 10, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Jul 10, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
Jul 10, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Water leak
Slow leak
Jul 10, 2020 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 12, 2018 · Apt 1
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 17, 2018 · Apt 3
Close - Door/window
Door
Jan 17, 2018 · Apt 3
Close - Safety
Window guard broken/missing
Jan 17, 2018 · Apt 3
Close - General
Cooking gas
Jan 2, 2018 · Apt 3FL
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 2, 2018 · Apt 3FL
Close - Heating
Heat related
Jan 14, 2009 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 23, 2008 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 20, 2008 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 16, 2008 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 9, 2008 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Sewer
Dec 9, 2008 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 5, 2008 · Apt 2
Close - Heating
Heat related
May 12, 2008 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Jan 28, 2008 · Apt 2
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Jan 28, 2008 · Apt 2
Close - General
Ceramic-tile
Dec 10, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 10, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Basin/sink
Dec 10, 2007 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Water-leaks
Dec 10, 2007 · Apt 2
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Walk-up apartment building (C0)
- Year built
- 1905
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 3,354 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,903 ft²
- Zoning
- R7-1
- Community board
- 204
- Council district
- 16
- Block / lot
- 2446 / 31
- Assessed value
- $64,920
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #215215, last renewed Jul 23, 2026.
Questions about 953 Grant Avenue
Who owns 953 Grant Avenue?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 38 Fountain INC..
Does 953 Grant Avenue have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 71 housing violations at this property.
Is 953 Grant Avenue rent stabilized?
No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.
When was 953 Grant Avenue built?
City records list 1905 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 953 Grant Avenue?
It has 3 residential units.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.