635 East 169th Street, Bronx, NY 10456

The 13-unit, 5-story Old Law Tenement at 635 East 169th Street in Morrisania, owned by John Warren, has experienced recurring issues with building-wide heating and hot water systems over the past two years. Most recently, in June 2025, there was a heat/hot water emergency affecting the entire building, and there have been multiple similar complaints throughout 2024-2025 that resulted in HPD violations and service requests.

The building has also faced challenges with pest control, particularly in late 2024, when violations were issued for roach and mice infestations specifically in apartment 1A. Other significant maintenance issues have emerged, including a building-wide unsanitary condition related to garbage/recycling storage reported in August 2024, and various violations in apartment 2C documented in December 2024, including problems with doors, walls, and an exhaust fan - though many of these violations were later closed. The property has a history of rodent activity, with multiple inspections showing evidence of rat presence between 2018 and 2024, most recently in April 2024.

A building stability complaint was filed and investigated in June 2025, though the outcome indicates an Oath Violation was served. While the building's owners have addressed some issues and resolved various violations, including those related to heating systems and apartment maintenance, many problems persist or recur, particularly regarding heating infrastructure and pest management. The building has maintained a consistent record of no bedbug infestations reported in annual filings since 2019, which is notable considering the other maintenance challenges observed.