716 Penfield Street, Bronx, NY 10470

The 7-unit, 3-story "New Law Tenement" at 716 Penfield Street in Wakefield, owned by Tillie Moskowitz and constructed in 1929, has experienced a range of maintenance and safety issues over recent years. Most notably, there are active violations regarding the failure to file external low-pressure inspections from 2018 through 2024, and a currently open Class A violation concerning the need for light-colored paint on the third-story public hall ceiling.

Recent maintenance issues include multiple emergency door/window problems reported in late 2022-2023, emergency heat/hot water issues in January 2023, and multiple unsanitary conditions concerning garbage storage and pest control. The building has undergone several inspections revealing various maintenance concerns, including a December 2023 inspection that identified issues with fire retardant material, roof leaks, and problems with self-closing doors and fire passageway obstructions. Apartment 1A has documented violations from September 2023 including pest infestation, broken floor tiles, and issues with kitchen window repair.

Historical data shows recurring problems with rodent activity, with inspections in late 2022-2023 confirming rat presence. While there have been multiple reports of mold, sewage problems, and garbage issues in the past, it's worth noting that many complaints resulted in no violations being issued upon inspection. The building's management has generally addressed violations within reasonable timeframes once identified, though some issues remain open and active as of the most recent inspections and violation reports.