1291 Union Avenue, Bronx, NY 10459

At 1291 Union Avenue in Morrisania, this 3-unit, 3-story old law tenement building constructed in 1901 has experienced recurring building maintenance issues over recent years. The most pressing current concerns, as of mid-2025, involve window guard safety violations, with broken or missing window guards reported in 2025 and earlier this year, constituting a significant safety concern. Other recent issues include multiple paint and plaster complaints in 2025, with one case resulting in HPD violations. The building has a concerning history of heat and hot water problems, with emergency complaints filed in 2024 and 2021, including one instance where HPD was unable to gain access to verify the condition.

A power outage incident in June 2024 resulted in violations, and violations were also issued in 2024 regarding the need to repair defective carbon monoxide and smoke detectors in Apartment 2, along with electrical service issues in that unit. While the building has shown improvement in pest control, with the most recent bedbug filings (2022-2024) reporting zero infestations, historical data from 2018-2019 indicated previous infestations in multiple units. The property has undergone several inspections and received various violations that have been subsequently addressed and closed, including issues with encumbered hallways, door repairs, and the need for proper bedbug reporting. The building's history shows some work order issues from 2019 regarding plumbing permits, though this appears to be a separate matter from the building's current management.

Rodent inspections between 2017-2022 showed varying results, with several periods indicating rat activity despite some inspections passing. The most recent rodent inspection in July 2022 passed, suggesting improved conditions. The property owner, Arman Kohan, has generally responded to violations in accordance with HPD requirements, though there have been multiple instances where HPD inspectors were unable to access units for inspection purposes, leading to closed complaints. The building has required ongoing attention to basic safety features such as window guards and smoke detectors, though many earlier issues have been resolved through proper channels. The violation history indicates active management's response to most cited issues, with many violations being certified as corrected through proper procedures.