320 East 141st Street, Bronx, NY 10454

The 15-unit, 5-story building at 320 East 141st Street in Mott Haven, owned by Manuel Garcia, has encountered persistent maintenance issues, particularly with heat and hot water systems, as evidenced by multiple 311 complaints throughout 2024-2025. Most recently, complaints regarding heat and hot water problems were reported in March and January 2025, though HPD was unable to gain access for inspection.

A concerning pattern of heating system failures is evident, with similar complaints recorded in December 2024, April 2024, and earlier, despite some being resolved before inspections. The building has also faced water-related issues, including a heavy flow water leak complaint in September 2024 and a slow leak complaint in November 2022. Recent inspections in August 2024 revealed several violations requiring attention, including rodent and pest infestations in the first-story public hall, and issues with the building's security features and fire safety materials.

Notably, there appears to be an active ECB violation from March 2024 regarding an inadequate sprinkler system, with a penalty of $1,280 pending. While the building has maintained relatively good pest control in recent reports, with no bedbug infestations reported between 2022-2024 and passed rodent inspections in 2023, the recurring heating system failures and recent violations regarding building security and infestations suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The property, built in 1910 under the Old Law Tenement classification, has had various historical maintenance issues, but recent years have shown particular concern with heating systems and water infrastructure.