658 Dawson Street, Bronx, NY 10455

The four-story, seven-unit Old Law Tenement building at 658 Dawson Street in Longwood, owned by Eusebio Pena, has experienced recurring issues with heating systems over the past several years. Most recently, there was a building-wide heating complaint in February 2022 that was resolved within one day. A pattern emerged in early 2020, with multiple heating complaints between February and March, some resulting in HPD inspections and violations.

More concerning are the safety and maintenance issues documented in October 2021, including emergency violations for smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a door issue, and unsanitary conditions with pests. The building has faced some sizeable maintenance challenges, with violations issued in 2020 regarding missing window guards and heating system access. Earlier issues from 2018-2019 noted problems in Apartment 2, including water leaks, electrical wiring concerns, and other safety code violations. Recent documentation shows improved conditions regarding bedbug infestation, with all annual reports from 2019 through 2025 showing zero infested units.

The building has undergone regular rodent control measures, with the most recent bait application occurring in March 2024, though inspections in early 2023 documented rat activity. A complaint regarding work without a permit was investigated and found to have no warrant for violation in March 2024. The property shows a pattern of addressing heating and safety concerns as evidenced by HPD's involvement and issuance of violations, though some violations remain open as of the last available data. The building's history suggests ongoing maintenance challenges typical of older tenement buildings, with particular attention needed to building systems and safety equipment.