916 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10459

The 6-story, 34-unit tenement building at 916 Southern Boulevard in Longwood, owned by Joel Werzberger and constructed in 1911, has faced multiple ongoing maintenance and safety challenges as of July 2025. Most recent concerns from March 2025 involve indoor air quality issues, with investigations pending by the DOHMH, and multiple radiator-related plumbing complaints handled by HPD. The building has experienced recurring safety issues, particularly around carbon monoxide detectors, with violations noted in early 2025.

A significant cluster of complaints and violations emerged in 2024-2025, including problems with heat and hot water systems, electrical outages, and various plumbing issues. Apartment 3A has been identified with several open violations from a September 2024 inspection, including mold issues, inadequate hot and cold water supply, and multiple problems with lighting fixtures and wall surfaces. There are also open violations regarding lead-based paint hazards in apartment 5D, identified in August 2024. The building's maintenance history shows persistent issues with basic services, as evidenced by multiple Emergency Housing Maintenance Code complaints throughout 2025, including problems with electricity, lighting, plumbing, and heating systems.

The Department of Buildings has recorded multiple violations over the years, including concerns about building walls and maintenance standards. Notably, there have been frequent rat activity reports between 2019 and 2025, with several inspections showing evidence of rodent presence. While the building has maintained an active bedbug-free status since 2020, the ongoing maintenance violations and infrastructure problems suggest significant challenges in building upkeep and resident comfort. A recent inspection in April 2024 revealed dust accumulation throughout the building from the first to sixth floor, indicating potential maintenance deficiencies.