837 Trinity Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

The 6-story, 60-unit New Law Tenement building at 837 Trinity Avenue in Longwood, built in 1922 and currently owned by Andrew Kleiman, has experienced persistent maintenance issues over the past two years, particularly in the areas of heat/hot water and water damage. The building has recorded multiple heating system failures in early 2025, with complaints filed in January and February that required HPD intervention, though access for inspection was often denied. Between 2024 and 2025, there have been several water-related issues, including heavy and slow leaks affecting multiple units (notably apartments 2B, 2I, and 6I), resulting in various Housing Maintenance Code violations.

Significant interior problems were documented in September 2024, particularly in apartment 2B, where violations were issued for mold, water leak, paint/plaster issues, and a pest infestation (roaches). Additional concerns include an active roof leak violation for apartment 6I (January 2024) and past rodent issues, though recent inspections (2023-2024) have generally shown compliance with rodent control standards. The building's infrastructure has faced scrutiny, with Department of Buildings complaints in 2024 regarding structural stability concerns, including a building shaking/vibrating complaint and a wall/retaining wall issue. Two work without permit violations were filed in 2024, along with concerns about excessive debris.

A roof condition issue was raised in 2024 regarding missing and cracked mortar at the parapet level, though this violation was resolved. The property has maintained a relatively clean record for bedbug infestations, with only one reported case in 2021 and none in the past three reporting periods (2022-2025). While the building has passed several rodent inspections in recent years, there were notable failures in 2011, 2010, and 2018, indicating historical pest management challenges. The property has also faced plumbing system challenges, with multiple violations related to water supply issues noted between 2024 and 2025, indicating ongoing infrastructure concerns that affect resident comfort and habitability.