1986 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

The three-story, three-unit building at 1986 Morris Avenue, owned by Mitchell Tyson and constructed in 1907, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns revolving around plumbing, electrical systems, and sanitation. From January 2025 to March 2025, multiple complaints were filed regarding stairs, garbage/recycling storage, and doors, all of which HPD inspectors were unable to access during their investigations.

The building has exhibited recurring heating and water supply problems, as evidenced by violations issued in late 2024 regarding inadequate heat supply in Apartment 3, and multiple emergency maintenance requests in May 2025 concerning electrical systems, plumbing fixtures including bathtubs/showers, and refrigerator issues. The property has also faced challenges with rodent activity, particularly in 2024, when multiple inspections noted rat presence, though more recent inspections in 2025 have shown improvements with passed compliance results.

Building violations recorded in late 2024 for Apartment 3 include issues with windows, doors, and various maintenance concerns, some of which remain open as of the last inspection. While the building has not reported bedbug infestations since 2020 (with no units affected during the 2018-2019 reporting period), the persistent pattern of maintenance complaints and violations suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep and maintenance. The most recent inspections show some progress in maintaining basic standards, though several violations remain open and multiple recent complaints indicate continuing issues with building systems.