1221 Sheridan Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

1221 Sheridan Avenue is a 5-story, 54-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1922, currently owned by Sol Paneth. The building has experienced ongoing maintenance and safety issues over the past year, with the most recent inspections in 2025 revealing violations related to door and window conditions, window guards, and intercom systems. Between January and March 2025, there were multiple heat and hot water complaints, though subsequent HPD inspections found no violations.

The building has also faced significant pest control challenges, with violations documented in late 2024 regarding rodent and cockroach infestations in Apartment 12, along with various maintenance issues including broken floor tiles and window problems. Structural concerns have been documented through multiple complaints and violations, particularly regarding the building's facade and sidewalk shed. In 2024, violations were issued for the front facade parapet wall's disrepair and missing bricks, along with issues related to an expired sidewalk shed permit.

The building has experienced recurring rat activity, with multiple inspections between 2023 and 2025 confirming the presence of vermin, though recent bedbug reports from 2022-2024 show no infestations. Notable safety concerns include a series of complaints about building shaking and vibrating between 2023-2024, though inspectors were often unable to gain access to verify these claims. While some violations have been resolved or certified as corrected, several active violations remain, including issues with the sidewalk shed and facade maintenance. The property's history of heat, water, and pest problems, combined with ongoing maintenance violations, suggests persistent challenges with building upkeep and resident comfort.