1500 Boston Road, Bronx, NY 10460

The 39-unit, 6-story building at 1500 Boston Road in East Morrisania, owned by Gail Gadsden, has experienced significant maintenance issues in 2025, particularly regarding heating and water systems. Between January and March 2025, there were multiple complaints about heat and hot water problems affecting the entire building, with inspectors frequently unable to gain access to units for verification. Additional concerns during this period included water leaks, mold, and various painting/plastering issues, with similar access problems hindering inspections.

Four separate Housing Maintenance Code violations were documented in December 2024, though most have since been resolved, except for issues in apartment 61 regarding smoke and carbon monoxide detector functionality. Historical data shows a recurring pattern of rodent activity, with rat inspections in 2022 showing positive results, though the building passed inspections in 2011-2015. The building has also shown periodic pest control needs, with three bedbug incidents recorded between 2024-2025, and various maintenance issues have been documented through both 311 complaints and Department of Buildings violations. The property has undergone several important inspections and improvements over the past few years, including findings from a 2023 boiler inspection that noted issues with leaking, corrosion, and exposed wiring in the rear boiler.

Between December 2024 and March 2025, ten different Housing Maintenance Code complaints were processed, covering various issues from wall damage to plumbing concerns. The building's history shows consistent maintenance challenges, particularly with hot water systems, as evidenced by multiple service requests. While some violations have been addressed and closed, including several related to public hallway signage and roof access concerns, open violations remain that require monitoring. The property's age (built in 1933) and designation as a New Law Tenement suggest it has undergone various regulatory changes over the years, though recent maintenance patterns indicate ongoing building system challenges that require attention.