Tenants Concerns Prompts Swift City Action | September 23, 2026

This public meeting, held by the City of Albuquerque on September 23, 2026, addressed serious tenant concerns at the Mont 44 apartment complex, formerly known as Jefferson Crossing. City officials, including Mayor Tim Keller and code enforcement representatives, discussed enforcement actions against the out-of-state landlord from Utah due to numerous violations such as leaking sewage, flooding, broken windows, plumbing issues, and unpermitted work. The city announced fines up to $17,500 per day if the landlord fails to remedy the defects within a 15-day compliance window. Tenants, organized into a union of over 70 members, shared their experiences of uninhabitable living conditions, including non-functioning air conditioning and pest infestations. The city emphasized holding landlords accountable through fines, legal action, and public transparency, while also requiring landlords to provide safe and habitable conditions or temporary housing if necessary. The meeting highlighted the city's commitment to enforcing housing codes and protecting tenant rights.