735 Walton Avenue, Bronx, NY 10451

735 Walton Avenue is a 6-story, 110-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1927, currently owned by Arthur Green. The property has experienced multiple recurring issues in recent years, with the most significant concerns being related to building maintenance and safety. In 2024 and continuing into 2025, several emergency violations were documented regarding the building facade, including cracked/bricked areas and deteriorating window sills, with associated penalties. The building has also faced elevator-related problems, with multiple complaints and violations regarding devices, safety features, and testing compliance between 2022 and 2025.

Noteworthy health and safety concerns include recent HPD violations issued in April 2025 for fire escape conditions, along with ongoing plumbing and window frame issues requiring attention. The property has a documented history of pest problems, including three instances of bedbug infestation between 2019 and 2024, though all were reportedly eradicated. Rodent activity has been persistently documented through multiple inspections, with the most recent being in April 2025, indicating ongoing challenges with vermin control. Recent housing maintenance code complaints in 2025 have revealed various maintenance issues, including problems with ceilings, bathroom fixtures, and fire safety systems, with some violations still requiring correction. The building's heating system has also generated multiple emergency complaints in June 2025, suggesting potential temperature control problems for residents.

Additionally, the property has active Environmental Control Board violations from 2024 regarding facade maintenance, exit access, and electrical safety issues, with associated penalties and requirements for corrective action. The building has had periodic lead paint violations, most notably affecting Apartment C8 in 2024, and historical issues with water leaks and plumbing systems. The property's maintenance record shows a combination of resolved and active violations, with some requiring ongoing monitoring or correction. There are also outstanding issues related to energy efficiency documentation and compliance that have been noted in recent violations. The building's management has generally addressed most violations through repairs or work orders, though some issues remain persistent through multiple inspection cycles.