1696 Nelson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

The three-story, four-unit building at 1696 Nelson Avenue in Morris Heights, owned by Samantha Magistro, has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues throughout its history. Most recently, in early 2025, there were two emergency heat/hot water complaints from the entire building, with similar complaints documented in December 2024 and November 2024. These recurring heat system problems have been a consistent pattern, with multiple complaints and violations between 2020 and 2025.

Notably, in 2023, serious violations were recorded including locked boiler room access issues (Class C violation), and inadequate heating in apartment 3A. The building also faced other maintenance challenges, particularly in apartment 2B during 2022-2023, where multiple violations were documented including problems with a defective toilet tissue holder, door issues, intercom system malfunction, and leaky bathtub faucets, all of which have since been closed. The property has undergone several rodent inspections between 2016 and 2025, with the most recent inspections showing mixed results; a failed inspection in January 2025 and a passed inspection in May 2025.

Despite these challenges, it's worth noting that the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with all annual reports since 2019 showing zero infested units. The building's maintenance history shows some positive changes, with various permits issued for work on the property between 2018 and 2020, including an exterior work permit issued in July 2020. While past issues have been addressed as evidenced by closed violations and complaints, the ongoing pattern of heating system problems suggests that this remains an area requiring continued attention.