1116 Hoe Avenue, Bronx, NY 10459

1116 Hoe Avenue is a 5-story, 24-unit residential building located in Longwood, constructed in 1914 and currently owned by James Simari. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years, with significant concerns about heat and hot water availability, evidenced by multiple complaints in 2023 and 2024, including a December 2024 apartment-only heat complaint where inspectors were unable to gain access to confirm the issue. Water-related problems have been particularly notable, with multiple violations documented in December 2023 regarding heavy flow, damp spots, and slow leaks. The building has also faced challenges with mold, as shown by emergency complaints in July and October 2023, though no violations were issued for the October incident.

As of 2024, there are several active violations requiring attention, including a defective fire escape drop ladder and missing carbon monoxide detectors in Apartment 4C. Apartment 5D has multiple open violations related to flooring and plaster damage. The building has shown improvements in pest management, with a December 2024 bedbug report showing zero infestations, though there was previous rodent activity noted in 2022. Additionally, the building has four active violations related to failures to file external low-pressure inspections for the years 2019 through 2022.

Historical data from 2018-2019 shows no significant violations regarding egress or illegal hotel rooms, though access issues were noted during electrical wiring inspections. Regular rodent inspections from 2017 to 2025 show generally passing results, with some variations in findings, including a failed inspection in 2018. The property has undergone various inspections and assessments over the years, with housing maintenance code violations primarily focused on safety and maintenance issues. The building has maintained compliance with rodent inspections in recent years, suggesting improvements in pest management practices. While some problems have been addressed through inspections and violations, the frequency of heating and water-related issues in 2023-2024 indicates ongoing maintenance challenges that require monitoring.