1547 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457

The two-family house at 1547 Morris Avenue in Claremont Village, owned by Gil Broitman, has displayed a concerning pattern of maintenance issues and violations since 2023. Most recently, in April 2025, the building experienced multiple HPD complaints regarding electrical lighting, water leaks, and heating issues, with violations issued that require correction.

The property has faced recurring heating problems, including a significant incident in February 2019 where heat and hot water issues affected the entire building. An emergency violation for visible mold condition was issued in April 2023, specifically in Apartment 1's bathroom ceiling, along with various other maintenance issues including problems with electrical outlets, plumbing (radiator), and unsanitary conditions. The building's recent history shows persistent rodent control challenges, with multiple failed inspections recorded in 2023 and 2025, though inspections in 2022 and early 2023 had passed.

There are notable concerns regarding unauthorized modifications to the property, with an active ECB violation from November 2023 related to unpermitted work including the removal of an enclosed porch and installation of new vinyl siding and windows, with a penalty of $1,250 imposed. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with no reported cases between 2021-2022, and an inspection from the Department of Buildings in 2025 related to construction enforcement and potential illegal conversion issues. Though some maintenance issues have been resolved, as indicated by closed complaints, the building continues to have several open violations that impact resident comfort and safety, particularly regarding heating, water, and mold conditions.