170 West Burnside Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

The 6-story, 47-unit building at 170 West Burnside Avenue in Morris Heights, owned by Binyomin Herzl and constructed in 1927, has experienced numerous maintenance challenges in recent years, with particular focus on recurring heat and hot water issues. In 2025 alone, there were multiple reports of heat and hot water problems affecting the entire building, with complaints spanning from February through May, some of which remain open as of the latest reports. Additionally, there has been an ongoing struggle with water-related issues, including leaks and water damage in multiple parts of the building, most notably in December 2023 when a partial collapse of the masonry facade occurred affecting floors 1-6, prompting emergency response and requiring temporary shoring measures.

The building has faced several concerning violations and maintenance issues in recent years, including multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations, some of which were classified as immediate hazards. These include lead paint concerns in apartment 46, building-wide rodent infestations, and various plumbing and maintenance issues. The elevator system appears to have experienced some operational challenges, with one complaint noting lack of alternative service in April 2024.

A significant structural issue was documented in December 2023 regarding collapsed masonry, which resulted in active violations and required urgent attention. While the building has maintained a bedbug-free record for several years, recent rodent activity has been documented through multiple inspections in 2024-2025, though the most recent inspection in July 2025 passed without issues. The property has also recently faced environmental control board violations related to safety systems and construction work, with penalties imposed for non-compliance, though some have been resolved.