1470 Leland Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460

The 4-unit, 2-story building at 1470 Leland Avenue in Parkchester, owned by Darrell Samai, has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues between 2022 and 2025, with at least ten documented complaints through HPD (Department of Housing Preservation and Development) during this period. Most notably, between December 2024 and March 2025, there were multiple complaints regarding heat and hot water problems throughout the building and in individual apartments, with HPD inspections resulting in violations and some complaints being categorized as emergencies. In December 2024, about 9 months after the most recent rodent inspection (which passed), several violations were documented in Apartment 2R, including lead paint hazards, inadequate heat supply, and multiple issues with access to the building's heating system.

The building also has open violations related to fire safety and egress concerns, including a defective iron ladder to the roof scuttle opening and encumbrances in the 2nd story public hall. Additionally, there are outstanding bedbug reporting violations from 2021-2024 that remain open as of the most recent inspection dates. The building, constructed in 1924 and classified as a New Law Tenement, passed rodent inspections from 2016 through 2022, suggesting previous pest control issues were addressed.

The property has experienced consistent heat and hot water problems over the past several years, with multiple complaints and violations indicating a pattern of inadequate maintenance. While some violations have been closed through corrections, several open violations remain, particularly in the areas of heat supply, building access, and fire safety. The building's heat and hot water system appears to be a recurring issue, with numerous complaints filed by tenants indicating ongoing problems with this essential service.