1149 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

1149 Morris Avenue is a 5-story, 29-unit residential building constructed in 1924 located in the Concourse Village neighborhood, currently owned by Peter Murray. The building has experienced persistent maintenance issues throughout 2023-2025, with particular concerns regarding pest infestations. Most recently, in May 2025, there were multiple complaints about pest problems that resulted in HPD violations, following previous infestations documented in bedbug reports and confirmed rat activity during inspections in 2025 and 2023.

Apartment 5E has documented violations from October 2024 related to smoke and carbon monoxide detector deficiencies, pest invasions (mice and roaches), and various water-related issues including leaks and plumbing defects. The building has also faced multiple emergency door and window-related maintenance issues in May 2025, as well as problems with appliances and safety features like fire escapes. The property has a history of rodent activity, with three initial inspections in 2025 showing rat activity, following similar findings in previous years.

Water management has been an ongoing challenge, with multiple complaints about leaks and damp spots recorded in 2025, though some inspections did not result in violations. The building's maintenance records show a pattern of inadequate response to recurring issues, with multiple HPD inspections in 2025 resulting in closed complaints, some of which required re-inspection for proper resolution. While some violations have been certified as corrected, including those from October 2024, the frequency and nature of complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's age and classification as a New Law Tenement are consistent with its history of requiring regular maintenance attention to address various building systems and habitability concerns.