2595 Briggs Avenue, Bronx, NY 10458

The five-story tenement building at 2595 Briggs Avenue in Fordham, owned by Joe Nebenzahl, has experienced significant recurring issues with its building systems and maintenance needs over the past two years. Most notably, there have been eight documented heat and hot water complaints affecting the entire building from December 2023 through February 2025, all classified as emergencies and requiring HPD intervention, though most were subsequently closed after verification of corrections.

The building has also faced ongoing rodent control challenges, with multiple inspections between November 2023 and May 2025 confirming rat activity, including recent activity noted in May 2025. The structure, built in 1922 and containing 10 units, has undergone various compliance inspections revealing maintenance concerns. In early 2024, violations were noted regarding self-closing doors and a uncapped radiator steam connection pipe in the first-story public hall.

A specific apartment (3N) required attention in 2021 for multiple issues including lead paint hazards, window guard requirements, and various ceiling and wall repairs. The building's sanitary conditions have also been a concern, with multiple complaints about garbage storage and pest issues in early 2024, though some inspections were unable to gain access for verification. While the building has maintained a "0" count for bedbug infestations in its annual reporting since 2020, the frequency of heat system failures and rodent activity suggests ongoing challenges with basic building systems and pest control.