1358 Clay Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456

The 10-unit, 3-story New Law Tenement building at 1358 Clay Avenue in Claremont Village, owned by Ami Tauber, has experienced several concerning issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been multiple heat and hot water problems documented between December 2024 and January 2025, affecting both individual apartments and the entire building.

The building also faced significant plumbing issues during this same period, including problems with bathtubs/showers and water supply systems. More recent concerns include mold issues reported in February 2025, though HPD was unable to complete inspections for several complaints during this timeframe, indicating possible access issues. The building has two active violations from 2020 regarding a compromised rock outcropping at the rear of the property, with the most recent violation issued on May 15, 2025, concerning failure to comply with a Commissioner's order to address slope stability.

The Department of Buildings records reveal various complaints between 2022-2023, including multiple reports of work without permits, construction violations, and debris issues, though most of these were either closed with no violations found or the inspector was unable to gain access. While the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations over the past three years (2022-2025), the persistent issues with building-wide heating/hot water systems, plumbing problems, and the recent mold complaint highlight ongoing maintenance challenges. The inability of HPD to complete inspections for multiple complaints in early 2025 suggests potential difficulties in accessing units for inspection purposes, which may hinder timely resolution of building issues.