1812 Clay Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457

1812 Clay Avenue is a 5-story, 22-unit residential building located in the Mount Hope neighborhood, built in 1922 and currently owned by Juliana Gonzalez. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent months, with open complaints as of June 2025 for both wall paint/plaster problems and pest infestations. Between April and May 2025, multiple emergency and non-emergency violations were documented and subsequently closed, including issues with heat/hot water, mold, plumbing (sink), wall conditions, and a door frame problem. Notable violations from late 2024 include heating system access issues, a defective fire escape, and various maintenance requirements such as garbage receptacles and lighting.

The building's history shows ongoing structural and safety concerns, with significant incidents recorded in recent years. These include multiple complaints about heat/hot water problems in April 2025, followed by plumbing issues and mold concerns in May 2025. A series of violations from late 2024 involved specific apartments (e.g., 3A) and common areas, addressing heating, fire safety, and maintenance deficiencies. The Department of Buildings has documented several attempted inspections related to illegal conversions and electrical wiring issues between 2020 and 2024, though inspectors were often unable to gain access.

Environmental Control Board violations from 2021 and 2022 indicate issues with door locks and exit passageways that were subsequently resolved. The building has maintained an active rodent control program, with mixed results in recent inspections showing both successful passes and failures related to rat activity and other reasons. Bedbug reports from 2020 through 2024 consistently show zero infested units, suggesting effective pest management in this regard. The property has experienced various maintenance challenges typical of older tenements, with HPD involvement indicating ongoing efforts to address violations and improve living conditions, though some complaints remain unresolved as of mid-2025.