3163 Villa Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468

The 4-unit, 3-story old-law tenement building at 3163 Villa Avenue in Norwood, owned by Vildana Radoncic, has experienced several maintenance issues over recent years. The most recent heating system complaint was filed in February 2024 and addressed promptly, while a more persistent issue with garbage/recycling storage emerged in late 2023 and was resolved by July 2024. The building has encountered recurring problems with pest control, particularly in 2021 when multiple violations were documented regarding vermin and flea infestations in Apartment 2.

Other significant issues have included a heavy water leak in 2022 (which received emergency response), electrical problems including no lighting in 2019, and various maintenance concerns including ceiling damage and mold issues. Of particular note was a 2022 violation for obstructing an emergency fire escape ladder, which resulted in a $3,125 penalty. The building's maintenance record shows some persistent issues, including repeated violations for failing to file annual bedbug reports between 2021-2024, though recent reports indicate no current infestations.

The property has maintained good rodent control, passing all inspections since 2015. Multiple housing maintenance code violations have been documented and subsequently closed, including issues with paint quality, water leaks, and pest infestations in Apartment 2. While many complaints have been resolved through inspections and corrective actions, there have been instances where inspectors could not gain access to verify problems in 2019, covering various issues from mold to ceiling repairs. The building's age (built in 1915) and historical nature as an old-law tenement are evident in the type of maintenance issues encountered, though recent years have shown improvements in prompt complaint resolution, particularly for emergency situations.