1209 Elder Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472

The 5-story, 12-unit New Law Tenement building at 1209 Elder Avenue in Parkchester, owned by Michael Mcnally and constructed in 1913, has experienced several concerning maintenance and health issues in recent years. Most notably, there are currently **open violations** as of August 2024 in Apartment 1, including problems with water leaks in multiple rooms, broken plaster and paint surfaces, pest infestations (mice and roaches), and missing safety devices (smoke and carbon monoxide detectors) - all classified as **Class B and C** violations which typically indicate more serious conditions requiring prompt attention.

The building has also had multiple **unsanitary conditions** reported to HPD from 2023 through 2024, including issues with garbage storage and pest infestations, though many of these complaints were resolved without violations being issued. The property has a documented history of animal-related complaints, with three reports of unsanitary conditions related to dogs between October 2024 and March 2025, one of which resulted in violations being found.

There have been multiple rodent control efforts, with inspections showing rat activity in 2024 and the need for bait application throughout the year. The building's infrastructure has faced various challenges, including heating system issues in May 2024 (though this was subsequently resolved), water supply problems in June 2024, and door/window problems with violations issued in July 2024. While the building has maintained a zero-tolerance policy for bedbugs according to official reports since 2021, there appears to be some ongoing struggle with general sanitation and maintenance, evidenced by the mix of resolved and open violations, particularly in the most recent inspection records.