1301 Clay Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

The two-family house at 1301 Clay Avenue in Claremont Village, owned by Simone Niles, has experienced persistent maintenance issues over the past 18 months, with particular concerns regarding sanitation and heating systems. Most recently, in February 2025, complaints were filed regarding both unsanitary conditions involving pests and heating/hot water issues, leading to HPD inspections that resulted in violations being issued. The building has a concerning pattern of heating problems, with similar complaints recorded in December 2024, and multiple reports of pest infestations, including recent violations for roaches and mice in Apartment 2.

Additional maintenance issues have been documented, including problems with appliances (refrigerator and electric/gas range), door/window issues, and a carbon monoxide detector violation in Apartment 2. Despite these ongoing challenges, the building has successfully passed multiple rodent inspections over the past six years, with the most recent passing inspection conducted in May 2025. The property has a mix of violations and resolved issues, with several complaints being investigated by HPD inspectors, some of which resulted in violations while others were found not to violate housing laws.

Following the issuance of violations, the property owner is typically given time to address the issues before further enforcement actions are considered. The building's history shows regular maintenance inspections and compliance checks, with varying outcomes. While many issues are eventually resolved, the pattern of recurring heating and pest problems suggests ongoing maintenance challenges within the building.