967 Sherman Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

The 5-story New Law Tenement building at 967 Sherman Avenue, constructed in 1914 and currently owned by Mary Coleman, has experienced ongoing maintenance issues, particularly regarding its heating system and pest problems. Most recently, in April 2025, there were multiple complaints about heat and hot water issues affecting the entire building, with one inspection resulting in violations. The building has a troubling history of boiler problems, with seven documented complaints between 2021 and 2025, including three active ECB violations from 2024 related to hazardous boiler conditions, with penalties totaling $4,875.

There are also unresolved housing maintenance code violations from 2024 affecting apartment 14, including water leak issues, electrical problems, and interior maintenance concerns. The building has faced persistent rodent control challenges, with the most recent inspection in July 2025 indicating rat activity, and several previous inspections also showing similar results. Multiple plumbing issues have been documented, including problems with basins/sinks and bathtub/shower fixtures, with emergency classifications suggesting serious concerns.

Building-wide heating system complaints have been a recurring theme, with several violations issued between January and April 2025. The building is currently facing multiple open violations from 2024 requiring repairs to water leaks, ceiling work, and other maintenance issues in public areas and individual apartments. The property's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with basic building systems, though some recent inspections have shown improvements in specific areas, such as water leak and heat complaints where inspectors found no violations.