1142 Franklin Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

The 1142 Franklin Avenue building in Longwood, managed by Claremont Homes LLC, is a 4-story, 17-unit tenement dating back to 1910. The property has experienced several ongoing maintenance issues in recent months, with open complaints as of 2025 for intercom and mailbox problems, following a period of notable violations and repair needs. In late 2024, there were multiple complaints regarding building maintenance, including an entire-building heat and hot water outage in December, along with various paint/plaster issues and infrastructure concerns, particularly in Unit 3A.

This unit has multiple open violations from late 2023-2024, including mold issues, window problems, and plumbing concerns. The building also experienced emergency complaints in August 2024 relating to safety equipment, specifically smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Inspection records show a concerning pattern of maintenance challenges throughout 2024, including a closed violation for mold, multiple issues with windows and doors, and problems with building security systems.

A cockroach infestation was documented in Unit 1A in 2024, though this violation was certified for correction. The property has shown good rodent management over the years, passing multiple inspections between 2010 and 2022, with the last rat activity noted in 2011. Bedbug reports from 2022-2024 indicate minimal issues, with most years showing no infestation or successful eradication of affected units. While some historical violations have been addressed, the most recent complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly in the building's systems and infrastructure, with multiple open complaints requiring access for repairs as of 2025.