1014 Nelson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452

The three-story, two-family house at 1014 Nelson Avenue in Highbridge, owned by Joe Lefko, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, particularly relating to water systems and pest control. Most notably, in summer 2024, the building faced multiple water supply complaints requiring HPD intervention, with violations identified in Apartment 1 concerning bathroom plumbing issues.

The property has a documented history of heating and hot water problems, with multiple emergency complaints in December 2022 regarding inadequate heat and hot water affecting both individual apartments and the entire building. More recently, from mid-2024 through early 2025, there has been an ongoing rodent control effort with multiple inspections indicating "Rat Activity" and several instances of bait application, suggesting a persistent pest management challenge. The building's maintenance record shows some historical issues dating back to 2002, including problems with heating and various maintenance matters in Basement Apartment 1, such as ceiling tile repairs and pest control needs, all of which were ultimately resolved.

Other violations on record include concerns about carbon monoxide detection systems and hot water temperature regulation in Apartment 2 from December 2022, as well as more recent work required to address plumbing issues in Apartment 1. Despite these ongoing concerns, the property has maintained a bedbug-free status since tracking began in 2019, with no reported infestations during the annual reporting periods. The building has also undergone several inspections and maintenance actions under both the Housing Maintenance Code and NYC Department of Health regulations, indicating regular oversight by city agencies.