727 Commonwealth Avenue, Bronx, NY 10473

727 Commonwealth Avenue is a two-story, three-unit residential building constructed in 1920 and currently owned by Jacques Hanna. The property has experienced persistent maintenance issues in recent months, with multiple emergency complaints regarding heat and hot water problems in February 2025, including complaints from both individual apartments and the entire building.

Earlier in 2024, there were significant concerns about water leaks, mold, and rodent infestations, particularly in the first-floor apartment (apartment 1), where violations were documented for mice and rat infestations, missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, light fixture problems, and mold issues. The building also faced complaints about heavy flow water leaks, paint/plaster issues, and slow leaks in early 2024. The Department of Buildings has recorded several recent complaints (March 2025) regarding unauthorized after-hours work and suspected illegal conversion, though inspectors were unable to gain access for verification.

While the property passed rodent inspections in November 2024 and October 2010, it has had multiple rodent-related complaints in recent months. The bedbug reporting system shows no infestations or treatments required in the most recent reporting period (2023-2024), which is a positive sign regarding this particular pest issue. The building's recent history shows recurring problems with basic amenities and maintenance issues, particularly affecting the first-floor apartment, though some complaints have been resolved relatively quickly when access for inspections was granted.