652 Soundview Avenue, Bronx, NY 10473

652 Soundview Avenue, a 4-story, 7-unit New Law Tenement built in 1929 and currently owned by Isaac Weinberg, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues over the past two years. Most notably, there has been a recurring pattern of heating and hot water system problems throughout 2024-2025, with multiple complaints filed and verified by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). The building has also faced several emergency situations requiring immediate attention, including issues with carbon monoxide detectors, water supply problems, and unsanitary conditions involving mold and pests, with the most recent cluster of violations occurring in June 2025.

Additional concerns include structural and safety violations documented between 2023 and 2024, such as leaking boiler issues, water damage in common areas, and problems with fire escape egress. The building's maintenance history reveals ongoing challenges with both plumbing and electrical systems, as evidenced by multiple service requests and housing maintenance code complaints. While the property has maintained an active bedbug prevention program showing no reported infestations since 2019, rodent activity has been consistently monitored, with baiting operations conducted regularly between 2012 and 2024, including several instances in 2024.

Recent inspections in mid-2024 led to multiple violations being issued regarding building safety systems, including smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, window guards, and various plumbing and maintenance issues, though many of these violations were subsequently closed after correction. The property's inspection record indicates some responsiveness to maintenance issues, with numerous violations being addressed and closed over time, including problems with doors, egress pathways, and various building systems. However, the frequency and nature of recent violations, particularly concerning basic services like heat and hot water, suggest ongoing challenges with building infrastructure maintenance and prompt attention to resident needs.