1744 Clay Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457

The 43-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement at 1744 Clay Avenue in Mount Hope, owned by Sharon Stanton and built in 1927, has experienced several recurring maintenance and habitability issues in recent years. Most notably, the building faced multiple heating and hot water complaints in early 2025, including one affecting the entire building, which was still open as of the latest reports. There have been ongoing concerns with mold (2025, 2023), pests (2024-2025), and building systems, including a refrigerator issue (2024) and various infrastructure problems.

Significant violations were documented in Apartment 2F in 2024, including rodent infestations and multiple repair needs, though these were certified as corrected by late 2024. Building safety equipment was also a concern, with violations in Apartment 4A in October 2023 related to smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The property shows a history of bedbug infestations, with reports filed annually between 2019 and 2024, though all previous infestations were noted as eradicated.

Recent documentation indicates improved conditions regarding rodent activity, as all inspections in 2024 and 2025 resulted in "Passed" results, contrasting with "Rat Activity" findings in 2023. The building currently has several open Department of Buildings violations related to energy benchmarking requirements from 2019 and 2024. While many complaints have been resolved through inspections, with no violations found in cases such as the heat and hot water complaints, the frequency and variety of issues suggest ongoing maintenance challenges in the building's systems and infrastructure.