Leland Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460

The 10-unit, 4-story residential building at Leland Avenue in Parkchester, owned by Moses Freund, was constructed in 2020 and has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues since late 2024, with emergency complaints filed in October 2024 and previously in June 2024 affecting the entire building. Both incidents were marked by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development's inability to gain access for inspection. The building's construction period from late 2020 through 2021 was marked by several administrative and compliance issues, including multiple Environmental Control Board violations relating to construction safety and code compliance, though these were ultimately resolved.

Notable violations included inadequate temporary lighting, failure to provide approved construction documents, and inadequate pedestrian protection, with one violation incurring a $2,500 penalty. The building's early days of operation showed concerning patterns, including illegal after-hours work and construction contrary to approved plans, though inspections generally found no violations at the time of review. More recently, besides the heat and hot water issues, there was a non-emergency maintenance complaint regarding a refrigerator in July 2024.

On a positive note, the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations since its opening, with consistent reports showing zero affected units from 2021 through 2024. Regular rodent inspections conducted between 2012-2022 have passed, suggesting effective pest management practices. The building's permit history shows proper procedural adherence with multiple permits issued between September 2020 and February 2021, covering various construction and follow-up work.