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1656 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

1
DOB Complaints
99
311 Housing Calls
183
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

45
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 45% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 1656 University Avenue

The 23-unit, 5-story New Law tenement at 1656 University Avenue in Morris Heights, built in 1912 and owned by Robert Yakubov, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent months. Most notably, in June 2025, multiple complaints were filed regarding unsanitary conditions, specifically pest infestations, as well as issues with doors, ceilings, and floors, resulting in violations being issued for the pest and door problems. Earlier in 2025, there was a concerning pattern of heat and hot water problems affecting the entire building in April, though these were reportedly resolved.

The building has a history of door-related issues, with multiple violations documented in 2024-2025, including problems with self-closing doors and gaps exceeding code requirements. The property has undergone several inspections regarding unauthorized unit modifications and maintenance compliance. A 2024 inspection revealed unlawful Single Room Occupancy usage in apartments 3RS, 4RS, and 5RS.

Previous maintenance violations from 2024 showed various issues including defective doors, lighting, and kitchen appliances in apartments 1FS and 2FS. The building's systems have been relatively well-maintained in terms of rodent control, passing inspections in 2024 and 2025, though there was one failed inspection in 2020. A concerning pattern emerged between 2019-2020 with 20 reported instances of bedbug infestation, though subsequent years show no such reports, suggesting effective eradication measures were implemented. The building's owner has had active violations for various maintenance issues, including an open DOB violation from June 2023 regarding external low pressure inspection filings.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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1656 University Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 23
Year built 1912
Total area 16500 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.
183
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
99
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
4
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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1656 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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1656 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 1656 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
2025-06-032025-06-12Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-032025-06-12Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-032025-06-12Door/window-DoorEmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-032025-06-12Paint/plaster-CeilingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-072025-04-10Heat/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 1656 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
2024-12-19BCloseNone2FS§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CEILING LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2FS, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2025-01-07T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-09CCloseNone2FS§ 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 IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2FS, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-12-15T00:00:00.000Z
2024-06-21CCloseNone5RSHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5RS, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-07-03T00:00:00.000Z
2024-06-21BCloseNone2FS28 RCNY § 25-171; & 67 (7)(B) MDL; NYC FIRE CODE § 703.1.3; NYC FIRE CODE § 703.2: ADJUST DOOR TO PREVENT GAPS BETWEEN THE TOP AND SIDE EDGES OF DOOR AND DOOR JAMB EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE CLEARANCE OF 1/8 OF AN INCH AND MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE CLEARANCE OF 3/4 OF AN INCH BETWEEN THE DOOR BOTTOM AND SILL AT .. IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2FS, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2024-07-14T00:00:00.000Z
2024-06-21BCloseNone3RS§ 27-2077, 2078 ADM CODE DISCONTINUE UNLAWFUL USE FOR SINGLE ROOM OCCUPANCY PURPOSES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3RS, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-07-14T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 1656 University Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-03 10:05UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2025-06-03 10:05PAINT/PLASTERCEILINGClosedHPD
2025-06-03 10:05FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2025-06-03 10:05DOOR/WINDOWDOORClosedHPD
2025-04-07 16:14HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 1656 University Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
24021112024-10-08CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2024-12-16No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-12-16)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 1656 University Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2018 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 1656 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 1656 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
2025-01-080002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-02-050002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-02-190002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-04-070002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-07-022020202019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 1656 University Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-05-05InitialPassed
2024-09-30InitialPassed
2020-09-18InitialPassed
2020-01-24InitialFailed for Other R
2018-04-18InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 1656 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 1656 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 1656 University Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 1656 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 1656 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 1656 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

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Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 1656 University Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 1656 University Avenue. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

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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.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 1656 University Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 1656 University Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 1656 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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