721 Prospect Avenue, Bronx, NY 10455

721 Prospect Avenue, a three-story, three-unit old law tenement building constructed in 1901, is currently facing significant maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heating systems. Throughout December 2024, there were multiple complaints and violations related to inadequate heat and hot water, with at least eight separate incidents recorded, including some emergency complaints. More recently, in June 2025, additional heating system issues were reported as emergencies.

The building also experienced serious issues with pests in late 2024, with violations recorded for cockroach infestation in Apartment 2, and multiple complaints about door and window problems. A December 2024 inspection identified several open violations in Apartment 2, including problems with hot water supply, radiator cover damage, mold in the bathroom, and pest infestation. The building has a concerning history of rodent activity, with multiple inspections between 2011 and 2018 showing rat presence, though a September 2023 inspection passed. Security and safety concerns are evident, with open violations recorded for defective entrance doors and locks, as well as issues with access to the building's heating system.

During late 2024, there were multiple instances where Department of Housing Preservation and Development inspectors were unable to gain access to apartments for inspection, indicating potential communication or access issues between tenants and management. The building's front entrance area has been documented as having trip hazards due to defective concrete treads and landing stairs, and there are violations related to missing heating system access notices. While the building has filed bedbug reports from 2022 to present showing no current infestation, the persistent heating, pest, and access issues suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. Two permits were issued in June 2019 for work classified as equipment-related, but no details are provided about the nature of this work.