1024 Longfellow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10459

This two-story, four-unit "New Law Tenement" building at 1024 Longfellow Avenue in Longwood, owned by Lionel Volny, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years. Most notably, there have been multiple reports of mold-related unsanitary conditions, with four complaints in 2023 alone, three of which were classified as emergency situations.

The building has also faced intermittent heating and hot water problems, with emergency complaints in December 2022 and June 2023, though some of these issues were reportedly resolved upon HPD inspection. The property has a documented history of interior maintenance challenges, including multiple complaints about paint and plaster conditions. In February 2022, substantial violations were issued for issues with the ceiling and east wall in Apartment 2 on the first story, specifically concerning water leaks and defective plaster surfaces.

Additionally, a set of Class A violations was issued in November 2020 concerning building safety and maintenance requirements, including the need to maintain proper signage related to smoke detector requirements, gas leak procedures, and fire retardant materials in the public hall. The building's bedbug reports from 2021 through 2024 show no recorded infestations, and all rodent inspections from 2010 through 2017 have passed, suggesting effective pest management in these areas. While many complaints have been closed through HPD inspections, several recent issues, particularly regarding mold and heating systems, suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, with some complaints being closed due to lack of access for inspection.