1680 Clay Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457

The 5-story, 20-unit tenement at 1680 Clay Avenue in Claremont Village, owned by Madelyn Lugo and constructed in 1912, is currently experiencing multiple maintenance challenges. Most notably, there are significant unresolved issues in apartment 3A as of September 2024, including active roach infestation (Class C violation), water leak problems, broken bathroom fixtures, and several other maintenance concerns. The building has a documented history of pest problems, with multiple rodent inspections showing consistent activity between July 2024 and May 2025, and recent complaints about unsanitary conditions and garbage storage.

In March 2025, there were emergency plumbing issues involving heavy water flow and radiator problems that resulted in violations. Recent building conditions have generated multiple complaints in April 2025, including issues with the bell/buzzer/intercom system, ventilation system, environmental sanitation, and window maintenance, though HPD inspectors were unable to access the premises for proper evaluation. The building's historical bedbug reporting from 2019 to present shows some past infestations (notably in 2019), but recent filings from 2020 through 2024 indicate no current or re-infestations.

Regular inspection records between 2024 and 2025 show consistent rodent activity, with multiple bait applications and compliance checks revealing ongoing pest management challenges. The property has maintained a pattern of requiring attention to both basic maintenance and pest control, with multiple violations and complaints suggesting ongoing issues with building systems and sanitation. While some recent violations have been marked as closed, particularly those inspected in 2024, several current problems remain unresolved, particularly in relation to apartment 3A's conditions and the building's rodent issues.