1451 Prospect Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

The 27-unit, 5-story building at 1451 Prospect Avenue in Morrisania, owned by Bolo Felix, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, the building has active violations related to facade maintenance, including potentially dangerous stucco displacement at the 5th story level as of October 2024, and serious maintenance deficiencies in apartment 6D documented in December 2024, including multiple ceiling leaks, peeling paint, and mold conditions.

During 2025 alone, there have been multiple complaints and violations indicating ongoing maintenance problems, particularly concerning ceilings, electrical systems, and plumbing fixtures. The building has also faced significant safety concerns, including emergency violations in May 2025 related to heat and hot water problems affecting the entire building, and multiple complaints about no lighting in April and May 2025. Historical records show various infrastructure and safety issues, including concerns about building shaking and structural stability in late 2024, while Department of Buildings environmental violations from 2021-2024 indicate problems with unauthorized uses of the property and building systems maintenance failures.

The building's management has faced multiple legal actions for failure to address violations, including a penalty of $12,500 for entrance security issues. However, it's worth noting that in recent years, the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with no units reporting infestations since 2020. While rodent inspections have generally shown compliance with health standards, there have been occasional failures requiring attention.