3444 Knox Place, Bronx, NY 10467

The 49-unit, 6-story building at 3444 Knox Place in Norwood, owned by Joseph Balaj and constructed in 1928, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past few years, with particular concerns about elevator reliability and heating systems. As of mid-2025, there are active complaints regarding the elevator's single-device service status, with multiple inspections and violations recorded between 2022 and 2025 indicating persistent problems with elevator maintenance, including inoperative communication systems, faulty position indicators, and oil leaks, with associated penalties totaling $2,875.

The building has also faced regular heating and hot water issues, particularly evident in 2024-2025, with multiple emergency complaints submitted for both building-wide and individual apartment systems, though inspections often found these problems resolved by the time of review. The property has undergone several rodent inspections, with the most recent in July 2025 indicating rat activity, continuing a pattern of pest management challenges.

Notable building safety concerns were addressed in 2024, including violations related to fire escape access being obstructed by household items on multiple floors, and problems with self-closing doors in public hallways. While the building maintains a current bedbug-free status with regular reporting showing no infestations, the ongoing elevator problems and periodic heating system failures suggest continuing infrastructure maintenance challenges. Recent health department inspections in June 2025 confirmed property violations, with follow-up inspections pending, indicating ongoing concerns with building conditions.