3849 Amundson Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466

The three-unit, three-story building at 3849 Amundson Avenue in the Edenwald neighborhood, owned by Hamilton De La Cruz, has a storied history dating back to 1910. In early 2021, the building experienced significant heating and hot water issues, with multiple complaints filed between March 1 and March 5 regarding these essential services, affecting at least one tenant's unit (Apartment 2). The building also faced safety concerns during this period, including carbon monoxide detector violations and ventilation problems, with multiple inspections and violations recorded by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD).

The property has been subject to various maintenance issues over the years, with a notable cluster of complaints in July 2018 involving electrical systems, flooring, and sanitation concerns. An August 2021 inspection revealed additional issues in Apartment 1, including scalding hot water concerns and defective self-closing doors. Most recently, the building has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements from 2021 to 2024, with no reported infestations during these periods.

The property underwent inspections for housing maintenance code violations in 2021, 2022, and 2023, with various violations noted and subsequently closed. These included electrical issues (exposed wires and defective outlets), heating system problems, and safety concerns regarding smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. While the building's age and history suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, the most recent bedbug reports and compliance with inspection requirements indicate improved adherence to some regulatory standards. The building passed rodent inspections in 2010, though it previously failed an initial inspection in July 2010 for unspecified reasons.