3008 Decatur Avenue, Bronx, NY 10458

The 43-unit, 5-story New Law Tenement building at 3008 Decatur Avenue in Norwood, owned by Peter Lotaj, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been consistent problems with heat and hot water throughout 2025, with multiple emergency complaints filed between January 12 and January 26.

In addition, the building has ongoing rodent issues, with the most recent health inspection in May 2025 confirming rat activity, following similar findings in previous inspections throughout 2024 and 2023. Housing Maintenance Code violations from late 2024 and early 2025 show concerns including plumbing issues with steam pipes/riser, electrical problems, and unsanitary conditions related to mold. The building's maintenance record also indicates multiple violations requiring attention to various apartment conditions, particularly in apartment D7, including issues with window balances, refrigerator gaskets, bathroom door components, kitchen countertops, and interior painting requirements.

The building's violation history reveals several active Department of Buildings violations related to administrative requirements, including failure to file the 2023 External Low Pressure Inspection, Cycle 1 Technical Report (due 2018), and Benchmarking Report of Energy Use (due 2019). While the building has maintained a record of zero bedbug infestations in recent reporting periods from 2020 through 2024, the persistent rodent problems and recent heating system challenges represent ongoing concerns for resident comfort and safety. The property was built in 1923 and exhibits typical maintenance challenges for its age, but the frequency and variety of recent complaints suggest a need for continued attention to basic building systems and pest control.