940 Tiffany Street, Bronx, NY 10459
The 6-story, 48-unit building at 940 Tiffany Street in Longwood, owned by German Garcia and constructed in 1910 as a New Law Tenement, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. In 2025, there were heat and hot water complaints affecting the entire building, with HPD inspectors unable to gain access for verification. Throughout 2024, multiple complaints were filed regarding various building systems, including electrical issues, flooring problems, and plumbing concerns.
Notable violations were documented in apartment 4A during November 2024, including defective closet doors, water leaks, and flooring issues, while apartment 4F showed problems with kitchen sinks and faucets. The building's elevator system has been a recurring issue, with multiple complaints between 2021 and 2025 regarding single device service and no alternate service availability. Environmental Control Board violations remain active as of 2024-2025, including issues with the elevator system, building facade maintenance, and an improperly positioned fire escape ladder.
Recent rodent inspections in 2023 indicated rat activity, though past inspections had shown compliance. Bedbug reports from 2022-2024 indicate no current infestations, though there were two documented cases in 2019. The building has also faced challenges with access during inspections, as evidenced by multiple HPD cases where inspectors could not gain entry to verify complaints. While there have been various repairs and corrections made, as shown by multiple certified violation corrections in 2024-2025, several violations remain active, particularly regarding facade maintenance and elevator systems.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 48 |
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Year built | 1910 |
Total area | 51190 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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- 970 East 163rd St, New York, NY 10459
- 940 Tiffany St, New York, NY 10459
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