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1738 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

28
DOB Complaints
339
311 Housing Calls
502
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

9
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in NYC with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 9% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 1738 University Avenue

1738 University Avenue is a 6-story, 73-unit residential building in Morris Heights, constructed in 1925 and currently owned by David Tennenbaum. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues in 2025, with multiple complaints from April through June confirming building-wide problems, though inspections generally indicated restoration of services.

Several plumbing issues were reported in April 2025, including water supply and sink problems, with some inspection access issues noted. Previous maintenance concerns include elevator service disruptions, with multiple complaints about "single device on property/no alternate service" between 2023-2024, and a series of fire escape violations documented in late 2024 related to defective drop ladders and repairs requiring permits. The building has faced various violations and enforcement actions in recent years, including an active ECB violation from September 2024 regarding an illegally repaired fire escape drop ladder and a CNM's Construction Window violation from 2025.

Multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations were recorded in 2024-2025, including issues with self-closing doors and fire escape maintenance. The building's environmental control records show some active and resolved violations regarding structural modifications and fire safety systems. While there have been some pest control issues in the past, with documented roach infestations in apartments 2A and 5C in 2024, recent bedbug reports show no infestations since 2019, and the building passed recent rodent inspections in 2024 and 2025, suggesting improved pest management practices.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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1738 University Avenue Report Contents

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1738 University Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the safest 30% of buildings in Morris Heights.

Building Characteristics

Total units 73
Year built 1925
Total area 67000 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

28
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
502
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
339
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
16
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
12
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
8
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
9
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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1738 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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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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1738 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 1738 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
2025-03-132025-06-25Plumbing-Basin/sinkEmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-132025-06-25Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-312025-06-25Electric-No LightingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-312025-06-25Water Leak-Heavy FlowEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-282025-06-25Plumbing-Basin/sinkEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 1738 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
2024-10-30CCloseNoneNone§ 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 HOPPER CHUTE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY2024-11-01T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-30AOpenNone2L§ 300 M/D LAW FILE PLANS AND APPLICATION AND LEGALIZE THE FOLLOWING ALTERATION OR RESTORE TO THE LEGAL CONDITION EXISTING PRIOR TO THE MAKING OF SAID ALTERATION GAS RANGE CONVERTED TO ELECTRICAL STOVE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2L, 2nd STORY, 5th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-09-27ACloseNoneNone§ 53, 187, 231 M/D LAW AND DEPARTMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS. PROVIDE A SHOE PROPERLY SECURED TO BOTTOM OF STRING OF DROPLADDER WITH APPROPRIATE NUTS AND BOLTS AT BUILDING REAR AT 1st FIRE ESCAPE FROM EAST AT SOUTH2024-10-16T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-27ACloseNoneNone§ 27-2026 ADM CODE PROVIDE A SUITABLE STRAINER FOR THE DRAIN INFRONT DOOR TO CELLAR, AT WEST COURT, BUILDING FRONT2025-01-16T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-27ACloseNoneNone§ 53, 187, 231 M/D LAW AND DEPARTMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS. PROVIDE A SHOE PROPERLY SECURED TO BOTTOM OF STRING OF DROPLADDER WITH APPROPRIATE NUTS AND BOLTS AT 3rd FIRE ESCAPE FROM EAST AT SOUTH2024-10-11T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 1738 University Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-08 15:28HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-04-28 22:24HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-04-28 22:15HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-04-28 21:47HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-04-28 20:11HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 1738 University Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
24120402025-03-13CLOSEDSidewalk Shed/Supported Scaffold/Inadequate/Defect/NONE/NO PMT/NO CERT2025-03-13Oath Violation Served (2025-03-13)
24072702024-12-30CLOSEDSuspended (Hanging) Scaffolds – No Permit/License/Dangerous/Accident2024-12-30No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-12-30)
24015012024-09-30CLOSEDFailure to Maintain2024-09-30Oath Violation Served (2024-09-30)
23954212024-07-03CLOSEDElectrical Wiring: Defective/Exposed – In Progress2024-07-10No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-07-10)
23944932024-06-23CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2024-10-29No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-10-29)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 1738 University Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-12-11V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 908588262025-02-19
2024-12-11V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 908589642025-02-20
2024-01-10V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 908113682024-02-16
2023-11-01V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO CORRECT SWARMP CONDITIONS
2023-10-04V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATIONECB DOWNGRADED TO CLASS 2 OR 32023-10-06
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 1738 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 1738 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
2024-12-050002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-060002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-300002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-280002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-01-130002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 1738 University Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-05-06InitialPassed
2024-10-01InitialPassed
2023-12-26InitialFailed for Other R
2023-12-12CompliancePassed
2023-10-03InitialFailed for Other R
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 1738 University Avenue. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

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Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 1738 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 1738 University Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-09-2739126117K1738 U LLC C/O DENALI MANFIRE ESCAPE LOCATED AT EXPOSURE#3 WAS ILLEGALLY REPAIRED BY WELDING UN EXTENSION TO THE DROP LATTER., OBTAIN PERMITACTIVE2500.02500.0
2024-09-2739126116Z1738 U LLC C/O DENALI MANONE STORY HORIZONTAL CMU EXTENSION INCLUDING FLAT ROOF AND ENTRANCE DOOR (APPRX. 13FX13F) ERECTED AT EXPOSURE#3 BACK YARD. NO DOB ISSUED PERMIT ON FILE FOR THIS WORK ON TIME OF INSPECTION., OBTAIN ALL PERMITSRESOLVE1250.01250.0
2024-09-2739126118M1738 U LLC C/O DENALI MANILLEGALLY BUILT ONE STORY MASONRY STRUCTURE AT EXPOSURE#3 PARTIALLY OBSTRUCTS FIRE EGRESS FROM THREE FIRE ESCAPES LOCATED AT THE BACK YARD OF MULTI DWELLING BUILDING., REMOVE OBSTRUCTIONRESOLVE1250.01250.0
2024-01-1637026577K1738 U LLC C/O:DENALI MANFAILURE TO FILE ACCEPTABLE AMENDED CYCLE 9A REPORT INDICATING CORRECTION OF UNSAFE CONDITIONS DESCRIBED IN INITIAL FACADES REPORT REQUIRED BY 28-302.5 FOR CONTROL#912934.REM:FILE ACCEPTABLE REPORT.ACTIVE625.00.0
2023-10-2439097748R1738 U LLC C/O DENALI MANREPAIR IN-CAR EMERGENCY PHONE., ADJUST ALARM BELL (AUDIBLE LOW)., CLEAN CAR TOP., PROPERLY SECURE TOP OF CAR INSPECTION BOX COVER., PROVIDE IN-CASE OF FIRE SIGNS ON 6TH, LOBBY AND BASEMENT FLOORS., ADJUST 6TH FRESOLVE625.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 1738 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 1738 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 1738 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 1738 University Avenue. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 1738 University Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 1738 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.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 1738 University Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 1738 University Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 1738 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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