921 East 179th Street, Bronx, NY 10460

The 12-unit, 4-story tenement building at 921 East 179th Street in West Farms, owned by David Lulgjuraj, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past few years. Most recently, in early 2025, there were multiple complaints regarding sanitary conditions, including pest issues, as well as concerns about window frames and fire escapes, though HPD was unable to complete inspections for the latter two. Earlier, in 2023, the building faced various emergencies including plumbing problems affecting radiators and sinks, water leaks, and ceiling damage, particularly impacting apartments 1D and C.

These issues resulted in multiple housing maintenance code violations, which were ultimately closed after repairs. Looking further back, the building has a documented history of plumbing and water-related problems, with violations issued in late 2022 regarding heavy flow water leaks and issues with bathroom fixtures. A Department of Buildings inspection in 2019 identified several boiler-related concerns, including defective piping and combustible materials in the boiler room, which were subsequently resolved.

Notably, the building has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations since 2018, as evidenced by annual reporting showing no infested units. Recent rodent inspections in 2025 showed compliance, following a pattern of previous bait applications between 2017-2018. While the building's age (built in 1910) and location present typical urban challenges, the pattern of recurring plumbing, pest, and maintenance issues suggests ongoing infrastructure and maintenance challenges requiring attention.