1037 Ogden Avenue, Bronx, NY 10452

The five-story New Law Tenement at 1037 Ogden Avenue in Highbridge, owned by Jorge Ruiz, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues in the past year, particularly during 2025. Most recently, there are open complaints regarding paint/plaster issues as of June 2025, and multiple pest-related complaints in May 2025 that resulted in violations. The building has shown recurring plumbing problems, including toilet issues, and electrical concerns with non-functioning outlets and switches.

Significant violations documented in late 2024 include a pattern of habitability issues in apartment 3D, involving mold, rodent infestation, pest problems, and safety concerns with missing or defective safety equipment. Additionally, there were notable issues with the building's boiler system in early 2024, including dangerous conditions that led to a cease-use order, though these violations were subsequently resolved. The building's history shows a persistent rodent problem, with multiple inspections in 2025 (most recently in June 2025) confirming rat activity. Safety equipment violations have been documented, including fire detection system issues.

The property underwent inspections regarding structural stability concerns in 2024, particularly in relation to an adjacent building's partially collapsed wall. While there have been multiple maintenance code violations, including issues with doors, windows, and various appliances, most of these have been addressed according to HPD records. The building has maintained a consistent record of bedbug-free status since 2019, with no reported infestations in the past six years. Recent work permits from 2019 indicate some level of maintenance and repair activity, though the building's current open violations suggest ongoing maintenance challenges.