1934 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

1934 University Avenue, a 5-story New Law Tenement built in 1917 in Morris Heights, currently owned by David Hakakian, has experienced significant maintenance and safety concerns in recent months. The building has faced recurring heating and hot water issues throughout February 2025, with multiple complaints involving both entire-building and apartment-specific problems, some of which required HPD intervention to verify corrections. More recently, in June 2025, multiple emergency housing maintenance code violations were reported, including issues with smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors, while non-emergency violations noted problems with walls, ceilings, and plumbing fixtures.

The property has a concerning history of unauthorized modifications and safety violations. In 2024, there were multiple Emergency Control Board violations related to illegal cellar apartment conversions, including issues with proper maintenance and building code compliance. These violations have resulted in active penalties totaling over $10,000.

Additional safety concerns documented in 2024-2025 include problems with doors, windows, and electrical systems, as well as pest management challenges. The building's rodent inspections have shown persistent rat activity between 2022 and 2025, with the most recent April 2025 inspection passing only after bait was applied. While the building has maintained a consistent record of zero bedbug infestations reported in recent filings, the cluster of current violations and ongoing maintenance issues suggests significant challenges in building management and resident safety.