2256 Haviland Avenue, Bronx, NY 10462

The 15-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement building at 2256 Haviland Avenue in Unionport, owned by Jeffrey Friedman, has experienced persistent heating and maintenance issues over the past year. Most notably, there have been multiple complaints regarding inadequate heat and hot water, with the most recent incident in April 2025 affecting the entire building, and previous incidents in November 2024 involving Apartment G and Apartment L. The building has also faced significant maintenance challenges, particularly in August 2024 when multiple violations were issued for water leaks, ceiling and wall damage, and mold concerns.

Apartment L has open violations as of now related to water leaks, ceiling damage, window frame issues, and door repairs, with some violations previously classified as Immediate Emergency. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with no reports in the past three years, though there was one incident in 2019 that was promptly resolved. Historical rodent inspections show mixed results, with the building passing inspections in 2010 and 2012, but failing in 2011. The building's maintenance history reveals ongoing challenges with basic services and infrastructure, particularly heating systems, which have been the subject of multiple emergency complaints.

There have also been recurring issues with interior conditions including paint damage, water leaks, and maintenance of building systems such as doors and intercoms. While some violations have been resolved, several remain open as of the most recent inspection dates, suggesting ongoing maintenance challenges. The property has shown compliance with bedbug reporting requirements and has had regular inspections for rodent control, with varying results. The building's age (constructed in 1928) and history of maintenance requests indicate that some of these issues may be related to its historical status, though the specific impact of this designation is not detailed in the available data.