432 Wales Avenue, Bronx, NY 10455

432 Wales Avenue is a three-story, four-unit residential building located in Mott Haven, constructed in 1915 and currently owned by David Refoua. The property has experienced recurring heating system issues, with three separate heat and hot water complaints registered in January 2024 alone, and one more such incident in early January 2025. Of particular note is the January 2024 incident, where housing inspectors were unable to gain access to apartments for verification purposes.

The building has maintained a consistent record of bedbug management compliance, with annual reports filed from 2021 to 2024 showing zero infestation cases or eradication needs during their respective reporting periods. The most recent Housing Maintenance Code violation from April 2024 was related to the required annual bedbug reporting, though this appears to be a procedural matter rather than indicating an actual infestation. Rodent inspections of the property have been conducted regularly, with the most recent passing inspection dated August 2023, and previous inspections in 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2017 also showing compliance.

This indicates effective pest management practices in place at the property. While the heating issues represent a recurring concern for resident comfort and quality of life, the building's overall maintenance record shows compliance with multiple safety and sanitation requirements, including regular bedbug reporting and successful rodent inspections. The most pressing concern remains the building's heating system, with multiple complaints indicating this is an ongoing issue affecting tenant comfort.