1254 Manor Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472

The 6-unit, 3-story building at 1254 Manor Avenue in Parkchester, owned by Simcha Folger and built in 1926, has experienced significant maintenance challenges recently. In 2025 alone, there have been multiple heat and hot water complaints indicating ongoing issues with basic building systems, along with electrical problems including a power outage, outlet issues, and lighting concerns. The building has also experienced various maintenance issues as evidenced by numerous emergency complaints in April 2025, including water leak, paint/plaster problems, and a general janitor/super complaint that remains open as of the latest data.

The property has persistent violations and safety concerns, including multiple open violations from December 2024 related to handrail safety, carbon monoxide detectors, and smoke detector issues in apartment 2F. There are also multiple active Environmental Control Board violations from 2024-2023 regarding building maintenance, including problems with the parapet, blocked egress paths, and issues with the fire escape. The building has a concerning history of rodent activity, with inspections throughout 2023-2025 showing consistent evidence of rat activity and the need for bait application.

While the building has maintained a bedbug-free record according to official filings from 2021-2025, the persistent maintenance and safety issues, particularly regarding basic utilities and building systems, suggest ongoing challenges for residents. Recent activity shows multiple inspections and attempted access by enforcement agencies, often resulting in "Inspector Unable To Gain Access" outcomes for various complaints, indicating possible difficulties in addressing violations. The property also has three active violations for failure to file required pressure inspections between 2019-2024, suggesting ongoing noncompliance with mandatory safety inspections. While some violations have been closed through certification of repairs (e.g., handrail and smoke detector issues), many remain unresolved, particularly those related to building safety and egress.