928 College Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

928 College Avenue is a 4-story, 17-unit residential building located in Concourse Village, Bronx. The property, built in 1911 and currently owned by Ramon Espinal, has experienced significant challenges in recent years, most notably a major fire incident in June 2024 that affected multiple apartments (2A, 3A, 3B, 3D, 4A, 4B, 4C, and CC) and caused substantial roof damage. The building has sustained ongoing maintenance issues, including multiple heating/hot water outages, water leaks, and electrical problems throughout 2024.

There are also open violations related to fire damage and maintenance issues as of June 2024, including concerns about the roof framing, cornice disrepair, and problems in the boiler room. The property has documented rodent activity throughout 2024-2025, with multiple inspections showing rat activity and bait applications. The building's recent history shows a pattern of emergency service requests and violations, particularly in 2024, with complaints ranging from heat/hot water problems to water leaks and paint/plaster issues.

Significant building system concerns include active ECB violations from 2023-2024 related to boiler problems (including leaking, no lighting, and backflow issues) with penalties imposed. The Department of Buildings has documented structural concerns, including non-compliance notifications regarding the roof structure and sidewalk shed. While the property has a history of responding to 311 complaints and inspections, many issues remain active or were temporarily addressed rather than fully resolved. The building's rodent control efforts show ongoing treatment needs, with multiple bait applications and inspections throughout 2024-2025.