2159 Morris Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

The five-story, 21-unit New Law Tenement building at 2159 Morris Avenue in Fordham, built in 1917 and currently owned by Heng Ly, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent years, particularly during 2025. Most concerning is an ongoing paint/plaster issue with the ceiling reported in May 2025 and multiple plumbing problems, including heavy water leakage in March 2025. The building has multiple open violations from an August 2024 inspection of apartment 3A, including missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, defective electrical outlets, leaky faucets, and issues with bathroom fixtures.

Spring 2025 saw clusters of complaints resulting in violations for conditions including mold, pests, window frames, and various plumbing issues, with violations continuing to be documented in mid-2025. The building's systems have undergone regular inspections, with the most recent rodent inspections in 2025 showing passed results, though there were documented rat activity concerns in earlier inspections from 2024. Historical bedbug reporting shows zero infestations since 2021.

The property has experienced consistent maintenance issues requiring multiple emergency and immediate emergency responses throughout 2025, particularly during March 2025 when several simultaneous plumbing and sanitation concerns were documented. While some issues have been resolved with follow-up inspections showing proper correction, multiple open violations and currently active complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The extensive nature of the complaints and violations, particularly related to plumbing, sanitation, and safety systems, indicates a building requiring significant ongoing maintenance attention.