1523 Mace Avenue, Bronx, NY 10469

The 3-unit, 2-story tenement building at 1523 Mace Avenue in Pelham Gardens, owned by Akrum Hauter, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past two years. Most recently, in April 2025, there were multiple plumbing-related complaints including problems with a bathtub/shower and heavy water flow, with violations issued that required correction.

The building has faced recurring heat and hot water problems, particularly notable in December 2024 when multiple emergency complaints were filed, though HPD was unable to access apartments for inspection in some cases. The property has also documented consistent plumbing issues throughout 2024, including problems with water supply and radiator systems in October 2024. The building's violations record from late 2024 is concerning, with several open Class C violations as of December 2024, including inadequate heat supply in apartment 2R, gas supply issues in apartment 1, and problems with self-closing doors.

Additional violations were noted regarding the building's heating system access and mail receptacles. The property has shown some maintenance response activity, with HPD conducting inspections and issuing violations, though access to units has sometimes been a barrier to proper investigation. Historical records indicate the building is over a century old (built in 1910) and is classified as a "New Law Tenement." Interestingly, there were no recorded bedbug infestations during the 2020-2021 reporting period, with zero dwelling units affected.