1171 Colgate Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472

The property at 1171 Colgate Avenue in Soundview is a 2-story, 4-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1927, currently owned by Steve Cheng. The building has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water throughout the past two years, with the most recent complaint in February 2024 requiring inspection by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) that resulted in violations. The 2nd floor apartment (2F) has documented problems including mold, water damage, and various appliance issues, though most violations have been closed after required repairs.

Of particular concern are multiple violations regarding defective self-closing doors at various building entrances, including both street entrance doors and a door to 2F, all documented between May and June 2024. While there have been no bedbug infestations reported in the past five years and the building passed rodent inspections in 2017, 2016, 2015, and 2010, a compliance failure was recorded in 2011. The building has a pattern of maintenance issues requiring attention, with multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions, including mold and pest problems, particularly in 2023-2024.

Various HPD inspections have resulted in violations for flooring issues and appliance problems, though many of these have been resolved. The property had a documented water leak issue in June 2023, and multiple heat and hot water complaints throughout 2023-2024 suggest ongoing infrastructure challenges. The building's age and history of maintenance complaints indicate that while many issues have been addressed through inspections and violations, there remains a pattern of recurring problems requiring continuous monitoring and maintenance interventions.