1684 Nelson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

1684 Nelson Avenue is a 5-story, 32-unit residential building constructed in 1924 and currently owned by Hugo Secta. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past few years, with the most recent problems in 2024 including multiple reports of slow water leaks, an unaddressed ceiling paint/plaster issue, and an unsanitary condition involving pests - all of which HPD was unable to inspect despite multiple complaints.

The building has faced notable heating issues, with complaints of no heat or hot water affecting both individual apartments and the entire building in 2023, though these problems were reportedly resolved upon HPD's response. Previous violations include pest infestations in apartments 1D and 3A in 2022, water-related issues, and an ongoing problem with peeling paint in apartment 6E as of 2022.

The property has maintained a relatively clean record for bedbug infestations, with the most recent annual report from December 2024 showing zero infested units during the filing period. Regular rodent inspections have been conducted, with the most recent inspections in 2024 and 2025 passing successfully, though there was one failed inspection in 2019 for "Other Reasons." The building's history shows a pattern of maintenance challenges, particularly concerning water-related issues and pest control, with multiple instances of HPD being unable to gain access to investigate reported problems. While the property has demonstrated compliance with recent bedbug regulations and passed rodent inspections, the recurring nature of certain maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep and tenant comfort.