1240 Washington Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456
The 8-story, 100-unit building at 1240 Washington Avenue in Morrisania, constructed in 2003, has experienced significant maintenance challenges in recent years. Most notably, there are currently several open complaints from June 2025 with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) regarding electrical issues (including lighting and outlet/switch problems), paint/plaster concerns (affecting walls and ceilings), and the presence of pests. Emergency Housing Maintenance Code complaints from 2025 indicate issues with mold, toilet problems, and safety concerns with carbon monoxide and smoke detectors.
The building has a history of elevator and boiler concerns, with multiple complaints filed between 2020 and 2025 regarding defective equipment and service interruptions, resulting in several violations and penalties. The property has also faced recurring issues with building systems and safety equipment, including ventilation problems, water leaks, and problems with various safety systems. Noteworthy violations from December 2024 inspections include mold, water leaks, and maintenance issues in apartments 4E, 6IFLOO, and 8E.
The building's management has been cited multiple times for pest management issues, with the most recent bedbug report from December 2024 showing no active infestations, though previous years showed multiple units affected. Rodent inspections have consistently indicated problems, with the most recent failures recorded in 2024. While some violations have been resolved, including various maintenance issues once inspected, the property continues to have multiple open complaints requiring attention as of mid-2025, suggesting ongoing challenges with building maintenance and resident comfort.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 100 |
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Year built | 2003 |
Total area | 108445 sq ft |
Floors | 8 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A |

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