1006 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452

The three-story, three-unit building at 1006 University Avenue in Highbridge, owned by Wolf Pollak and constructed in 1899, has a concerning history of maintenance issues and resident complaints over recent years. Most notably, the property has experienced recurring heating and water-related problems, with the most recent heat/hot water complaint in January 2025 and a slow water leak complaint that remains unresolved as of June 2025.

Multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions have been filed, including reports of mold in September 2024 and pest issues in May 2024, though inspections often encountered access issues and no violations were officially recorded. The building has shown persistent infrastructure challenges, including complaints about paint/plaster conditions on ceilings and walls, door/window issues, and electrical wiring problems, all of which were closed without any violations being issued. Recent rodent activity has been particularly notable, with inspections revealing rat presence in March and November 2024, and July 2025, despite bait applications being implemented as a response.

The building's history includes multiple open violation notices related to bedbug reporting requirements between 2021 and 2024, though official records indicate no documented infestations during this period, with the last reported period (2021-2022) showing zero infested units. While some of the building's issues have been addressed through repairs or remediation efforts as evidenced by HPD closure notes, the frequency and nature of complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The property has undergone regular rodent inspections since 2023, with varying results including both "Passed" and "Failed" ratings, indicating fluctuating conditions.