1139 Nelson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452

The 1139 Nelson Avenue building is a 6-story, 25-unit New Law Tenement structure built in 1931, currently owned by Raymundo Muniz. The property has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, with two separate complaints in January 2025, following a pattern of heating system problems that date back to 2020-2021. The building has also faced significant maintenance challenges, particularly regarding elevator service, with multiple complaints about "Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service" between October 2021 and December 2021, and requiring inspections for motor door replacement in 2021 and 2022.

Apartment 3A experienced serious infestations in June 2024, including mice and bedbugs, along with violations for missing window guards and non-functional smoke/carbon monoxide detectors, though these violations were certified as corrected by July 2024. The building's infrastructure has shown persistent issues, including multiple refrigerator problems, pest control challenges, and window guard violations throughout 2024-2025, with some complaints requiring multiple service requests for proper resolution. Recent building inspections have produced mixed results, with rodent inspections in 2025 showing "Passed" status, though the previous inspection in 2024 noted "Rat Activity." The building has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements since 2020, with the most recent report showing one infested unit in 2025 that has been treated.

The property has active work permits related to elevator systems, with permits issued in 2021-2023 suggesting ongoing maintenance requirements. Historical records indicate that the building was previously owned by NYCHA and underwent various inspections and violations regarding critical systems including exterior walls, though many of these older violations have been dismissed or resolved. The building's management has shown responsiveness to some maintenance issues, as evidenced by multiple permits and inspection follow-ups, though the recurring nature of several complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges.