1079 Hall Place, Bronx, NY 10459

1079 Hall Place is a 6-story, 28-unit residential building located in Longwood, constructed in 1907 and currently owned by Mark Engel. The building has experienced several concerning maintenance issues over the past year, particularly related to heating systems. Most notably, there have been multiple heat and hot water complaints in late 2024, including a December 2024 violation for water temperatures exceeding 154 degrees in Apartment 54.

Other significant issues documented between November and December 2024 include ceiling problems (both paint/plaster and water-related), roofing concerns, and various maintenance requests such as plumbing, electrical, and intercom system failures. While many of these complaints have been closed after inspections, some remain unresolved, including an open heat/hot water complaint as of November 2024. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of recurring issues, with multiple violations documented in late 2024 for Apartment 54, including a roach infestation that was addressed by December 2024, and several repair and painting requirements in public areas.

The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbugs over the past seven reporting periods (2019-2024), with zero infestations reported. Rodent inspections show mixed results, with rat activity noted in July 2022, though subsequent inspections in September 2022 and earlier years resulted in passing grades. The building has also experienced various system issues, as evidenced by multiple 311 service requests, including those related to heating systems that require ongoing monitoring. The property has received both emergency and non-emergency housing maintenance code violations, with some currently open violations related to heating systems and public area maintenance.