2065 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

The 63-unit, 11-story building at 2065 Morris Avenue in Fordham, owned by Martin Rivera and constructed in 2008, has experienced persistent maintenance challenges in recent years. Most notably, there have been recurring issues with heat and hot water, with multiple emergency complaints logged in late 2024 and early 2025, though inspectors were often unable to gain access to verify the conditions. The building has also faced significant pest control issues, particularly in apartment 3E, where active violations as of November 2024 included rodent infestation (Class C violation), multiple maintenance and repair needs including defective doors, walls, and radiators, as well as necessary repairs to address water damage and plaster issues.

Building systems and infrastructure have shown ongoing concerns, with multiple complaints about elevators between 2020 and 2023 indicating possible maintenance lapses, though inspections generally found no violations. There have been environmental control board violations related to the building's facade and maintenance standards, particularly in 2022, including issues with loose bricks and deteriorated masonry on the east elevation, for which multiple penalties were imposed. A pattern of inspection access issues has emerged, with multiple HPD complaints being closed without resolution due to inspectors being unable to gain entry.

Recent rodent inspections in 2024-2025 have yielded mixed results, with some showing rat activity. While there have been occasional bedbug infestations reported between 2018-2020, the most recent reports from 2021 to present show no active infestations, suggesting some improvement in pest control efforts. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with timely response to repairs and access for inspections, particularly during heating system failures. The most recent complaints from early 2025 regarding heat and plumbing issues indicate that infrastructure concerns remain a significant issue for residents, though access difficulties during inspections have complicated resolution efforts.