1242 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

1242 Morris Avenue is a 5-story, 12-unit residential building constructed in 1916, currently owned by Marc Katz. The property has experienced significant ongoing maintenance issues, particularly in late 2024, when multiple emergency complaints were filed between December 24-31, including problems with heat/hot water, plumbing, water leaks, sanitary conditions (mold), paint/plaster issues, and safety concerns regarding window guards. Several of these complaints resulted in inspections where HPD was unable to gain access to units, particularly regarding electrical systems, window safety, intercom issues, and plumbing matters. The building has a history of heating system problems, with multiple complaints about heat/hot water systems, including a November 2024 complaint that was indicated as corrected by HPD.

In addition to heating issues, the building has faced challenges with pest control, as evidenced by multiple rodent activity reports in 2024-2025, including recent inspections in May 2025 showing rat activity. The Department of Buildings records indicate consistent boiler-related complaints, with several inspections (August 2024, October 2024, November 2024) showing inspectors unable to gain access. Active violations from 2021-2022 suggest previous critical issues, including boiler room lighting problems, backflow issues, and various electrical and plumbing violations. The building has been subject to multiple rodent inspections and treatments throughout 2024, with variable results between passing and failing for rodent activity.

While the building's bedbug reporting shows no infestations reported from 2021-2024, and active infestations were reported in 2019-2020, the most recent reports indicate no bedbug issues during the 2023-2024 period. In summary, 1242 Morris Avenue has ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly related to heating systems and rodent control. The building has experienced multiple instances of HPD being unable to gain access for inspections, and while some violations have been resolved or closed, several remain active, particularly regarding boiler and heating system maintenance. The property has shown some pattern of recurring issues, particularly during the winter months, indicating potential ongoing maintenance and operational challenges.