4383 Matilda Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466

This three-story, six-unit "New Law Tenement" building at 4383 Matilda Avenue in Wakefield, owned by Lekhram Boodhoo and constructed in 1930, has experienced persistent heating issues over the past year, with multiple emergency heat/hot water complaints filed in 2024-2025. Notably, HPD inspections have often been unable to access units to verify these claims. The building has documented multiple violations that indicate maintenance challenges, particularly affecting the first-floor apartment (#1), including problems with excessively hot water temperatures (over 130 degrees), various plumbing issues, and several maintenance needs such as broken windows, floor tiles, plaster surfaces, and bathroom fixtures.

During late 2024, significant work was required to address violations related to a water leak in the bathroom ceiling and plumbing issues with the bathroom sink's waste line. The building's heating system also came under scrutiny in 2023, with a defective/inoperative boiler complaint logged with the Department of Buildings. The property presents a mixed picture regarding pest control, with no bedbug infestations reported in the past three reporting periods (2023-2025), and the most recent rodent inspection in 2021 showing compliance.

However, historical records from 2011 show that the building previously experienced multiple failed rodent inspections before achieving compliance. Additional maintenance issues have been documented, including concerns about garbage/recycling storage in early 2025, window frame and pane repairs required in late 2024, and various apartment-specific concerns that could affect resident comfort and safety. While some violations have been resolved as of January 2025, including window repairs and various maintenance issues, several open violations remain, indicating ongoing building maintenance challenges.