1268 Clay Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

The 12-unit, 5-story New Law Tenement building at 1268 Clay Avenue in Concourse Village, owned by Dunn Beulah Xv L.p, has experienced recurring maintenance challenges over the past two years, with particular emphasis on water and plumbing issues. Most recently, in June 2025, there was a reported heavy water leak that remains open as an emergency case. In late 2024, multiple complaints were filed regarding plumbing problems (particularly with toilets), water leaks, flooring issues, and various other maintenance concerns, including problems with the bell/buzzer/intercom system and wall conditions.

These complaints often could not be inspected due to access issues, though some were later verified and closed as resolved. The building currently has several open violations identified during a December 2024 inspection, primarily affecting apartments 1A and 5A, relating to various maintenance issues including door functionality, electrical concerns, and appliance condition. Notably, there was a bedbug infestation in one unit reported in 2019, but subsequent annual inspections from 2020 to 2024 have shown no further infestations.

The building's rodent inspections have shown inconsistent results, with multiple "failed for other reasons" outcomes in late 2023 and throughout 2024, though recent inspections in 2025 have passed. Despite these maintenance challenges, the property has maintained its core building systems, with no violations recorded for any life safety systems or critical infrastructure components. The historical record shows regular inspection activity and response to tenant complaints, though access issues have occasionally impeded resolution of reported problems.