740 St Anns Avenue, Bronx, NY 10455

The 5-story, 9-unit building at 740 St Ann's Avenue in Longwood, owned by Pedro Mateo and built in 1905, has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been multiple heating problems, including a recent entire-building heating complaint in December 2024 and an apartment-specific heating issue in September 2023. The building has also faced significant water-related issues, with multiple complaints about leaks and damp spots, particularly affecting Apartment 5 as documented in 2024 violations.

A series of violations from 2024 indicate problems with mold, water leaks, pest infestations (specifically roaches), and door issues in Apartment 5, while Apartment 8 experienced ceiling problems in late 2023. The building's maintenance history shows periodic failures to address basic infrastructure needs, with active DOB violations as of June 2023 related to unfiled low-pressure inspection requirements from 2018 and 2019. Historical records reveal persistent pest control challenges, though recent bedbug reports for 2021-2022 and 2019-2020 show no affected units.

Rat activity was noted during inspections in 2023 and 2010, with the most recent inspection in January 2024 passing with compliance. Various repairs and improvements have been necessary over the years, including door repairs, plumbing fixes, and structural maintenance. An active Environmental Control Board violation from 2019 related to boiler room conditions remains outstanding with an associated penalty of $3,125. The building's age and continuing maintenance issues suggest ongoing attention is required to address basic living conditions, though some recent inspections have shown improvements in compliance, particularly regarding rodent control.