2017 Grand Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

2017 Grand Avenue is a 3-story, 4-unit residential building located in Morris Heights, constructed in 1909 and currently owned by CPE Equities LLC. The property has experienced persistent heat and hot water issues over the past two years, with multiple emergency complaints filed and verified by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) between October 2023 and January 2025. During late 2023, the building faced critical safety concerns, including mold presence, carbon monoxide detector issues, and unsanitary conditions, all of which resulted in violations that were later closed.

The building's Unit B has documented repair needs, including broken plaster surfaces, water leak issues, and mold problems, as well as violations related to inadequate heat and hot water supply. Unit D also required attention for various maintenance issues, including flooring repairs and safety compliance updates for smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The property has a documented history of rodent activity, with multiple inspections between 2017 and 2024 showing varying results from "Passed" to "Rat Activity," though the most recent July 2025 inspection resulted in a "Passed" status.

Bedbug reports from 2021 through 2025 indicate no infestations during the specified periods. In 2019, there were construction-related complaints about building shaking and exterior wall issues, though these were ultimately dismissed. Despite these challenges, the building's owners have generally responded to violations, with many being certified as corrected, though there have been recurring issues, particularly regarding heat and hot water supply, which have required multiple emergency interventions. The most recent heat and hot water complaint was filed in January 2025, though initial verification suggested conditions had been restored when inspectors attempted to verify.