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1601 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

1
DOB Complaints
50
311 Housing Calls
12
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

87
Low Risk

This building shows minimal signs of maintenance issues based on our analysis.

Our AI predicts there is a 87% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 1601 University Avenue

The 36-unit, 5-story tenement building at 1601 University Avenue in Morris Heights, owned by Gjon Chota, has exhibited several recurring maintenance issues over recent years, particularly concerning building systems and general upkeep. Most notably, there were multiple heat and hot water complaints in January 2025, with four separate incidents reported for the entire building, though HPD eventually confirmed corrections in most cases.

The building experienced electrical issues in April 2025, with complaints about outlets and switches, and a power outage in June 2024. These electrical concerns are concerning when viewed alongside the building's age (built in 1917) and its classification as a New Law Tenement. The building has also faced various maintenance challenges over the past few years, including window frame issues documented in 2022-2023, plumbing problems in 2023, and a single-instance bedbug infestation reported in 2022-2023.

More serious violations include open Class A violations from 2024 concerning fire retardant material at the bulkhead ceiling and south wall, though there have been significant improvements in infestation control recently - with zero reported infestation units in the most recent 2024-2025 bedbug report. Historical records show the building has passed recent rodent inspections in 2023, 2024, and 2025, though there were instances of rat activity noted in 2018 and earlier years. The property has demonstrated compliance with bedbug reporting requirements since 2019, with no recent infestations reported through the current 2024-2025 period.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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1601 University Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 36
Year built 1917
Total area 44000 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.
12
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
50
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
1
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
3
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 1601 University Ave, New York, NY 10453
  • 121 West 174th St, New York, NY 10453

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1601 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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1601 University Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
Tax abatement found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered Found

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 1601 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
2025-04-082025-04-16Electric-Outlet/switchNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-082025-04-16Paint/plaster-CeilingNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-212025-01-23Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-082025-01-11Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-092025-01-11Heat/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 1601 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
2024-01-26AOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDENT MATERIAL AT BULKHEAD CEILING AND SOUTH WALLNone
2024-01-26AOpenNoneNone§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT BULKHEAD CEILING AND SOUTH WALLNone
2023-03-17ACloseNoneNone(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.None
2022-01-20CCloseNone1C§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1C, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2022-01-28T00:00:00.000Z
2022-01-20CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BOILER ROOM2022-01-28T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 1601 University Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-04-08 23:35ELECTRICOUTLET/SWITCHClosedHPD
2025-04-08 23:35PAINT/PLASTERCEILINGClosedHPD
2025-01-21 07:48HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-01-09 05:01HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-01-08 17:13HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 1601 University Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
22900222019-10-07CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2019-11-30Oath Violation Served (2019-12-03)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 1601 University Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2022-06-01V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4000810 PAID INVOICE 906961372022-09-12
2019-10-24V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedDISMISSED BASED ON SUBSEQUENT REPORT SHOWING DEFECTS CORRECTED2022-12-16
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 1601 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 1601 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
2024-12-230002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-061202022-11-012023-10-31
2023-06-240002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-180002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-01-190002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 1601 University Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-05-14InitialPassed
2024-10-02InitialPassed
2023-06-27CompliancePassed
2023-04-24InitialRat Activity
2018-05-30CompliancePassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 1601 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 1601 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 1601 University Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2019-11-3038272386HGENERAL PARTNER UAC 3 LLC26-B-11, 42-M-07, 29-M-07, 40-P-16, 16-M-07, 70-P-16. 26-B# REPLACE WITH MANUAL RESET TYPE 42-M# PROVIDE SELECTOR COVER, 29-M #PROVIDE COVER. 40-P# PROVIDE KEYS ON LOCATION FOR INSPECTION AREAS. 16-M# PROVIDERESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 1601 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 1601 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 1601 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)
Date CreatedTypeDescriptionCharge
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 1601 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
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 1601 University Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 1601 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 1601 University Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 1601 University Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 1601 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.

Project IDStatusBoroughBlockLot
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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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