3316 Bronxwood Avenue, Bronx, NY 10469

The 4-unit, 3-story building at 3316 Bronxwood Avenue in Williamsbridge, currently owned by Cesar Firmat, has experienced recurring heating system issues over the past two years. Most recently, between November 2-18, 2024, there were multiple complaints about lack of heat and hot water affecting the entire building, with inspectors unable to gain access for verification in several instances. The building has also faced serious maintenance challenges, evidenced by four open violations as of November 2024, including failures to properly post heating system access information, waste collection procedures, carbon monoxide detector requirements, and inspection certificate notices in common areas.

A significant environmental control board violation was recorded in 2023 regarding an illegal Class B apartment installation in the rear garage, though this was resolved with no penalty imposed. The building's history shows attention to bedbug management, with all recent filings (2021-2024) indicating no active infestations, and rodent inspections in 2017 and 2018 showing either failure or success in compliance with regulations. While there was a documented water leak emergency in December 2019, this appears to be an isolated incident.

The building's recent history suggests ongoing challenges with heating system reliability, particularly during colder months, as evidenced by multiple emergency heat/hot water complaints. The property has also faced scrutiny regarding unauthorized modifications, as indicated by the 2023 environmental control board violation concerning an illegal apartment conversion. Compliance with various housing maintenance code requirements appears to be an ongoing concern, with multiple open violations related to safety and notification requirements in common areas persisting as of November 2024. While the building has demonstrated good hygiene practices with respect to bedbug and rodent management in recent years, the frequency and pattern of heating-related complaints suggest a systemic issue with the building's climate control systems.