870 Courtlandt Avenue, Bronx, NY 10451

The 10-story, 71-unit building at 870 Courtlandt Avenue, owned by Lynette Davis and built in 2010, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the years, with particularly concerning problems in 2024-2025. Most notably, as of June 2025, there are multiple open complaints with the NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) regarding water leaks (both heavy and slow), ceiling and wall plaster/paint issues. Between April and June 2025, the building faced several maintenance challenges including instances of mold, pest infestations, and interior surface deterioration.

The property has also been subject to multiple open violations as of 2024, particularly affecting apartments 2H (bathroom plaster issues), 2I (roach infestation), 7I (multiple violations including rodent issues and various maintenance concerns), and 10B (bathroom ventilation problem). The building has a documented history of elevator issues, particularly in 2024, with multiple complaints filed regarding elevator devices, though inspections generally found no violations at the time. Previous maintenance violations include heating system problems (2018) and elevator operation issues (2020, 2023), with penalties imposed but subsequently resolved.

While the building's bedbug reporting history from 2019-2024 shows no infestations, there have been environmental concerns regarding other pests, as evidenced by the violation for roach infestation in 2024. Regular rodent inspections from 2015 to 2022 passed, suggesting effective pest management in this area. The current pattern of open complaints and violations suggests ongoing maintenance challenges that may impact resident comfort and safety, particularly related to water damage and building systems.