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1604 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

1
DOB Complaints
115
311 Housing Calls
24
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

55
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 55% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 1604 University Avenue

1604 University Avenue is a 5-story, 32-unit residential building constructed in 1913, currently owned by David Somerstein, and classified as a New Law Tenement. The property has experienced persistent heat and hot water issues, with eight documented complaints between March and May 2025, all requiring emergency HPD intervention. These complaints were repeatedly resolved with temporary restorations of service, though violations remain open.

The building also faces significant regulatory challenges, with multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations from 2024, including issues with water supply in apartment 5I, unauthorized rooming units in apartments 22 and 23, and security concerns with the boiler room access. There are two active Environmental Control Board violations (2024) related to illegal conversion of Class A apartments into multiple SRO units, with associated penalties. Historical records show the building has maintained consistent rodent-pest inspection compliance, passing all inspections from 2014 through May 2025.

While there were some bedbug incidents reported between 2019-2024, these appear to have been resolved promptly. A single energy benchmarking violation was recorded in 2019. Recent inspections (2024-2025) have revealed several open violations, including defective self-closing doors at the main entrance and concerns about heating system access. The building's heating and hot water system has required multiple emergency interventions over the past year, indicating ongoing maintenance challenges.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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1604 University Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Morris Heights.

Building Characteristics

Total units 32
Year built 1913
Total area 31300 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
24
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
115
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
2
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
2
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
2
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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1604 University Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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1604 University Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered None

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 1604 University Avenue. These complaints are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Date ReceivedSttatus DateCategoryTypeStatus
2025-05-202025-05-23Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-012025-05-02Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-082025-04-11Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-092025-04-11Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-092025-04-11Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 1604 University Avenue. These violations are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Inspection DateClassStatusStatus DateApartmentNOV DescriptionCertified Date
2024-11-05COpenNone5I§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5I, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-11-05COpenNoneNone§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM LOCK DOOR AT BOILER ROOMNone
2024-08-22COpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT BUILDING ENTRANCE VESTIBULE DOUBLE DOORS (FROM STREET TO VESTIBULE) AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2024-08-04COpenNone22§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 22, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-08-04BOpenNone23§ 27-2077 ADM CODE DISCONTINUE THE ROOMING UNIT OCCUPIED BY 1 ADULT IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 23, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 1604 University Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-05-20 18:12HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-05-01 13:43HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-04-09 07:34HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-04-09 07:30HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-04-08 06:47HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 1604 University Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
23977072024-08-04CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2024-10-10Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2024-10-10)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 1604 University Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2019-05-02V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4PD INV#_621388692019-11-08
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 1604 University Avenue. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 1604 University Avenue. The information includes the file date, infested units, eradicated units, re-infested units, filing start date, and filing end date. The data is sourced from DOHMH. Landlords are required to file these reports; missing data may indicate non-compliance.

File DateInfested UnitsEradicated UnitsRe-infested UnitsFiling Start DateFiling End Date
2024-12-030002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-110002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-210002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-03-141102020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-060002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 1604 University Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-05-05InitialPassed
2024-09-30InitialPassed
2018-04-19InitialPassed
2017-10-11InitialPassed
2017-03-20InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 1604 University Avenue. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 1604 University Avenue. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

Source: Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 1604 University Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-08-0435483170JSOMMERSTEIN REALTYOCCUPANCY CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY C OF O AND/OR DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING RECORDS. ILLEGAL CLASS "A" APARTMENT CONVERTED INTO 4 SRO'S, WITHEACH PRESENT CHANGING KITCHEN AND BATHROOM. VACATE IS NOT WARRANTED DUACTIVE1250.01250.0
2024-08-0435483171LSOMMERSTEIN REALTYOCCUPANCY CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY C OF O AND/OR DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING RECORDS. ILLEGAL CLASS "A" APARTMENT CONVERTED INTO 5 SROS AT 2NDSTY WITH EACH BEAM CHANGING THE KITCHEN AND BATHROOM. VACATE IS NOT WAACTIVE1250.01250.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 1604 University Avenue. The information includes the start date, start violations, discharge date, and status. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 1604 University Avenue. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
Effective DateRescinded DateReasonTypeUnits
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 1604 University Avenue. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 1604 University Avenue. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 1604 University Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 1604 University Avenue. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus
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Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 1604 University Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 1604 University Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 1604 University Avenue. Data includes violation date, type, and status.

DateTypeStatus

Planning Projects

City Planning (ZAP) project applications for this building. Data includes project ID, status, borough, and lot/block information.

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Building Permits

Department of Buildings issued building permits for this property. This includes permits for construction, alteration, and demolition work. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

Electrical Permits

Department of Buildings issued electrical permits for this property. This includes permits for electrical work, installations, and modifications. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

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