1126 Forest Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

1126 Forest Avenue is a 2-story, 3-unit building constructed in 1920 and currently owned by Y Bornstein. The property has experienced persistent maintenance issues over the past few years, with significant problems documented from 2023 through 2025. Most notably, there have been recurring pest infestations, with the most recent complaints occurring in May 2025, and multiple rodent activity reports throughout 2023-2024, despite regular baiting efforts.

The building has faced several infrastructure challenges, including water leaks (both slow and heavy flow), mold issues, and problems with window frames. A particularly concerning incident occurred in March 2024, when HPD was unable to gain access to inspect reported heat and hot water problems, which were categorized as emergencies. The property has also generated multiple violations related to building safety and maintenance.

Notable violations include inadequate garbage/recycling storage (Open violation as of August 2024), rodent infestation at the front yard (Open violation as of August 2024), and various issues in the basement apartment including mold, water leaks, and the need for repairs to various surfaces. Historical data shows patterns of structural concerns, such as bulging and cracked walls documented in 2018-2019. While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the past four reporting periods (2021-2024), the building's overall maintenance record shows ongoing challenges with basic habitability issues. The property has seen multiple failed inspection attempts by HPD, where inspectors were unable to gain access to units for inspection, which complicates the resolution of reported problems.