903 Avenue St John, Bronx, NY 10455

903 Avenue St John is a 4-story, 4-unit New Law Tenement building located in the Longwood neighborhood, owned by Chee Wong and constructed in 1910. The building has experienced recurring issues with basic services, particularly evidenced by multiple emergency heat/hot water complaints in late 2024 affecting the entire building, and recent electrical issues in 2025. HPD inspections typically faced access challenges, limiting their ability to verify and resolve complaints.

The building has significant outstanding violations as of 2024, including safety concerns such as exposed electrical wiring, defective self-closing doors, and various maintenance issues in the public hall areas. During 2024, multiple complaints were recorded regarding unsanitary conditions, including garbage storage and pest problems, with violations issued following inspections. The property has a documented history of rodent activity, with inspections showing prevalence of rat activity between 2017-2023, though a pass was recorded in February 2023.

While multiple permits were issued between 2017-2019 for various works (including plumbing and electrical), there is evidence of ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's systems have shown particular fragility, with multiple complaints regarding both heat/hot water and electrical systems. The property has maintained basic compliance with Housing Maintenance Code requirements through various inspection cycles, though recent violations suggest emerging maintenance needs.