2126 Valentine Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457

2126 Valentine Avenue is a two-story, two-family residential building located in Fordham, constructed in 1901 and currently owned by Joe Linton. The property has experienced recurring issues with heating and hot water systems over the past two years, with multiple emergency complaints filed between 2023 and 2024 showing tenants' concerns about inadequate heat and hot water, though Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) inspections often faced challenges in gaining access to units for verification.

The building is also dealing with pest-related problems, evidenced by multiple unsanitary condition complaints recorded in March 2024, with one inspection resulting in no violations being found while another led to violations being issued and follow-up inspections scheduled. The building's recent history reveals a pattern of maintenance challenges, particularly during the winter months, with multiple heat and hot water complaints spanning from 2023 through 2024.

In addition to these pressing issues, there were two significant Department of Buildings complaints in June 2019 regarding illegal conversion and special operations compliance, both resulting in Oath Violations being served. A notable recent incident occurred in May 2024 involving a rat sighting that triggered Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) involvement, with violations being identified and additional follow-up inspections required. While many of the complaints have been closed, the property appears to have persistent issues that require ongoing attention, particularly regarding basic utilities and pest management.