565 Prospect Avenue, Bronx, NY 10455

565 Prospect Avenue, a 6-story New Law Tenement built in 1923 in the Longwood neighborhood, is currently owned by Kevin Bolanos and contains 38 units. The building has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, with the most notable being a pest infestation in early 2024 that affected apartment 52, where violations were issued for both mice and roaches. The building has also had recurring issues with window and door maintenance, as evidenced by multiple complaints in 2024 regarding window frames and doors, though these complaints did not result in violations.

Recent inspections from 2023-2024 indicate ongoing rodent control challenges, with rat activity noted in multiple inspections, though a compliance inspection in November 2023 passed. The property has a history of heating and hot water issues, with emergency complaints recorded in both 2019 and 2022 regarding lack of heat/hot water affecting the entire building. Other maintenance concerns have included electrical problems (power outage in 2021), elevator maintenance, and various building maintenance issues that resulted in violations being issued in 2024, including requirements for window guards, paint maintenance, and door repairs. The building has demonstrated compliance with bed bug reporting requirements from 2021-2024, with no reported infestations.

While the property has faced several maintenance challenges, most recent inspections indicate active management response to violations, with many being certified as corrected through proper channels. Rodent control efforts have been ongoing, with multiple bait applications recorded over the years and various inspections showing variable results between initial rat activity and compliance passes. The building's record shows a pattern of addressing violations through the appropriate channels, though some complaints have required multiple follow-ups to resolve completely. The most recent inspection activity from 2023-2024 suggests improved response times to maintenance issues, with many recent violations being promptly addressed and certified as corrected.