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1121 Morris Avenue

Bronx, NY 10456BBL 2-02449-0026Map

Owner of record: Franklin Russell

1121 Morris Avenue is a walk-up apartment building built in 1925 in Bronx, 10456. It has 6 residential units across 3 floors. The owner of record is Franklin Russell. HPD has recorded 75 housing violations here, most recently on April 30, 2026. 34 of the 50 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
75
DOB violations
3
ECB violations
4
HPD complaints
151

What to know

Concern
10 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation Apr 30, 2026

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 75

  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 30, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 17, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Jun 5, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 22, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 3, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Properly repair the source and abate the evidence of a water leak at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 4, 2024 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 4, 2024 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Trace and repair the source and abate the visible mold condition... approx 10 sqft at east wall, 10sqft at south wall and 5 sqft at ceiling in the bathroom located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 4, 2024 · Apt 2S

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • C

    Abate the infestation consisting of roaches in the entire apartment located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Feb 4, 2024 · Apt 2S

    Open — Notice of issuance sent to tenant
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 16, 2023

    Open — Info nov sent out
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  • C

    Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.

    Jun 8, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner pursuant to local law 1 of 2004 related to lead-based paint notices, inspections and remediation/abatement activities.

    Jun 8, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 17, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 3, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 17, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Feb 17, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • B

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 1, 2021 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt 3n, 3rd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Aug 1, 2021 · Apt 3N

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Certify compliance with lead-based paint hazard control requirements during period of unit vacancy by submitting required supporting documentation and affidavits for apartment located at apt 3s, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Aug 1, 2021 · Apt 3S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct failure to notify occupants and/or to investigate lead-based paint hazards.

    Jul 8, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner pursuant to local law 1 of 2004 related to lead-based paint notices, inspections and remediation/abatement activities.

    Apr 22, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 5, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 28, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling. , 1st story

    May 15, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd., 1st story

    May 15, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box ... , 1st story

    May 15, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system ... , 1st story

    May 15, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected, 1st story

    May 15, 2018

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post a sign indicating hours of collection and method of collection of waste material where dumbwaiter service is not provided., 1st story

    May 15, 2018

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Apr 25, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected

    Apr 25, 2018

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd.

    Apr 25, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box ... at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 25, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system ... at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 25, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Refit 2nd door from street to vestibule misaligned at east door frame at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 25, 2018

    Open — Not complied with
  • A

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective plastered surfaces at east wall at public hall, 1st story

    Apr 25, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Cleanse and disinfect to the satisfaction of this department after removing the mattress, soiled paper towels, clothes and other refuses at public hall at bulkhead

    Apr 25, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective at public hall at bulkhead

    Apr 25, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct failure to provide to the department within 45 days of demand all records required to be maintained by owner

    Mar 7, 2018 · Apt 3S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair the broken or defective mortise lock at building entrance door at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 13, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 14, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 5, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of scolding hot water 160 degree in the bathroom located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 9, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) south wall in the foyer located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 9, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st closet from north at east wall door frame in the 6th room from east located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 9, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) 1st window frame from east at south wall in the 5th room from east located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 9, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Correct the lead-based paint hazard - paint that tested positive for lead content and that is peeling or on a deteriorated subsurface - using work practices set forth in 28 rcny ?11-06(b)(2) north wall, south wall, west wall in the 2nd room from east located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 9, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint metal in accordance with dept. regulation the 1st radiator from west at north wall, 1st riser from west at north wall in the 6th room from east located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 9, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department all peeling paint surfaces in the kitchen , the private hallway , the bathroom , the 1st room from east located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 9, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Open — Not complied with
  • B

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the north wall, east wall, south wall, west wall in the 6th room from east located at apt 2s, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Nov 9, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Open — First no access to re- inspect violation

DOB building violations · 3

  • Construction other optional

    Ftc w/commissioner's order control#348283 vio#082825pi20406hz dated 08/28/25 requring owner to provide a corrective action plan by 9/26/25 and start blg repairs under permit by 10/28/25 as of 10/31/25 the cap & evidence of comleted repair work was not rec'd,permit was not obsvd immed comply w/commissioner's order 3488283 vio#082825pi20406hz

    Oct 31, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Corrective action plan req'd-obsvd fear addition w/vert masonry cracks on walls 2 unsafe cmu blocks @ roof edge the main bldg walls w/deteriorated mortar under window on 2fl broken window sill on 1fl owner to immed retain reg design prof to eval the entire bldg submit corrective action plan by 9/26/25

    Aug 28, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 1, 2004

    Vw-violation work without permit - active

ECB violations · 4

  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order: control #348357, violation #103125pi20402hz, dated 10-31-25, as of today's date 12-10-25, no compliance on file for submitting the corrective active action plan

    Dec 10, 2025 · Penalty $12,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit work noted installation of kitchen with gas stove and sink and partition at existing garage area at rear of house (2)garage has been extended approximatley 4'x 8' x 10 .remedy:obtain a per

    Nov 15, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit. work noted : (1) installation of kitchen with gas stove and sink and partition at existing garage area at rear of house. (2) extension of grage approximately 4'-0" x 8'-0" high x 10'-0" wide

    May 1, 2003

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to building department records. from legal use : two car garage to illegal use : restaurant with full kitchen and tables and chairs set up. remedy : discontinue illegal use or amend certifica

    May 1, 2003 · Penalty $800

    Active

Complaints

  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Dec 10, 2025 · Apt 3B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 23, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Feb 8, 2018 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Jun 30, 2016 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Radiator

    Jun 30, 2016 · Apt 4E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 19, 2015 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Appliance

    Electric/gas range

    Nov 3, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 3, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Nov 3, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Nov 3, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Close
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  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Nov 3, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Nov 3, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 7, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 29, 2014 · Apt 2S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 9, 2014 · Apt 3C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 9, 2014 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 16, 2013 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Dec 16, 2013 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Dec 16, 2013 · Apt 2L

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 21, 2013 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 19, 2010 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 22, 2010 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 29, 2010 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 27, 2010 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 18, 2010 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 18, 2010 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Apr 11, 2010 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Jul 3, 2009 · Apt 1M

    Close
  • Appliance

    Refrigerator

    Jul 3, 2009 · Apt 1M

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 5, 2007 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Nov 5, 2007 · Apt 3S

    Close
  • General

    Mold

    Oct 10, 2007 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Oct 10, 2007 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 10, 2007 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 9, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 22, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 8, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 29, 2004 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Electric

    Electric-supply

    Dec 29, 2004 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 18, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Oct 17, 2004 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 12, 2004 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    May 12, 2004 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    May 12, 2004 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    May 12, 2004 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Water-leaks

    May 12, 2004 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 29, 2004 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Apr 29, 2004 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • General

    Mailbox

    Apr 29, 2004 · Apt 3N

    Close
  • Plumbing

    Basin/sink

    Apr 29, 2004 · Apt 3N

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C2)
Year built
1925
Floors
3
Residential units
6
Building area
5,832 ft²
Lot area
3,500 ft²
Zoning
R7-1
Community board
204
Council district
16
Block / lot
2449 / 26
Assessed value
$436,500
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #209897, last renewed Oct 15, 2020.

Questions about 1121 Morris Avenue

Who owns 1121 Morris Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Franklin Russell.

Does 1121 Morris Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 75 housing violations at this property.

Is 1121 Morris Avenue rent stabilized?

No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.

When was 1121 Morris Avenue built?

City records list 1925 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 1121 Morris Avenue?

It has 6 residential units.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.