1276 Lafayette Avenue, Bronx, NY 10474

The 58-unit, 6-story tenement building at 1276 Lafayette Avenue in Hunts Point, owned by Salvatore Gigante Jr., has experienced recurring maintenance issues, particularly concerning heating systems and plumbing, since 2023. The building, constructed in 1915, has had multiple heat and hot water complaints, with the most recent occurring in May 2025. These complaints typically involved either the entire building or individual apartments, though some inspection attempts were unsuccessful due to lack of access.

Plumbing problems have been documented in multiple complaints throughout 2023-2024, including water supply issues and slow leaks, with some inspections unable to gain access. The building has also faced challenges with sanitation and pest control, particularly in September 2024 when multiple complaints regarding garbage storage and pest presence were reported, though not all inspections resulted in violations. The building's current open violations as of September 2024 include significant issues such as the need for proper garbage storage facilities, roof leaks affecting public hall ceilings, and concerns about fire escape obstructions.

Other ongoing maintenance needs were identified, including broken fire retardant material in the 6th-story public hall and defective glazing in an apartment bathtub. The building has a documented history of rodent activity, with multiple baiting interventions recorded between 2023 and 2025, and compliance inspections showing rat activity in early 2025. While there was one instance of bedbug infestation in 2020-2021, subsequent reports from 2021 through 2024 show no further infestations. The property has also failed to display its energy efficiency score and grade as required by city codes, with active violations from 2021 and 2023 remaining unresolved as of the latest inspection records.