1527 Taylor Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460

The 30-unit, 5-story New Law Tenement at 1527 Taylor Avenue in Parkchester, owned by Moshe Mandel and built in 1927, is currently experiencing significant heating system issues, with multiple emergency heat/hot water complaints reported between February and March 2025, including some instances where HPD was unable to gain apartment access for verification. The building has a documented history of maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heating systems, as similar complaints were filed in late 2024 and early 2025. Recent inspections in late 2024 revealed multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations, including pest infestations (roaches and mice), gas supply issues in apartment 7, and various maintenance needs in apartment 10 such as window repairs, bathroom painting requirements, and intercom system problems.

Previous complaints about illegal conversions and gas hook-up concerns have been filed multiple times between 2022 and 2025, though inspectors were often unable to gain access for verification. The building's maintenance history shows fluctuations in pest control effectiveness, with documented bedbug cases in recent years (most recently in 2025) and rodent activity noted in inspections between 2017 and 2022. While some housing violations have been promptly addressed and closed, others remain open, indicating ongoing maintenance challenges. The property has experienced heating system problems consistently over the past year, suggesting this has become a persistent issue affecting multiple units.

The building's age and history of complaints about various systems (including plumbing, electrical, and structural elements) point to ongoing maintenance needs that have been a recurring theme in tenant feedback. The building has undergone several inspections for rodent activity between 2017 and 2022, with varying results, and while some issues have been resolved, there appears to be an ongoing need for vigilance regarding pest control. The recent heating system problems, specifically affecting multiple units, represent the most significant current maintenance challenge, with multiple complaints filed in 2025 indicating this is an ongoing concern. The building has a history of intercom system issues, as evidenced by a November 2024 complaint, though access issues during inspections have complicated verification of persistent problems.