2061 Crotona Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457

The 26-unit, 8-story building at 2061 Crotona Avenue in Tremont, owned by Mayer Kaufman, was completed in 2021 and has since experienced several recurring maintenance issues, particularly in 2025. Most notably, there were two serious health-related complaints in 2025: one regarding a drinking water incident that required investigation by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, though no violations were found, and another involving sewage odors affecting indoor air quality. The building has faced multiple heating and hot water issues, with emergency complaints recorded in March 2025 and November 2024, as well as problems with wall conditions requiring paint/plaster repairs.

Pest infestations have been a persistent concern, with multiple complaints in 2025 and violations recorded in 2024 for roaches in apartments 4B and 7A, though recent rodent inspections in 2025 show improved compliance. During the building's construction and initial operation phases, several safety and compliance issues were documented, including multiple elevator-related complaints about single-device service and several building violations related to construction site safety in 2021-2022, some resulting in monetary penalties. The property has maintained regular inspections, showing a mix of compliance and failed inspections primarily related to rodent activity and other unspecified reasons.

More recent inspection results in 2025 have shown improvement, with most inspections passing, though there are ongoing maintenance challenges that require monitoring. The building's management has generally responded to complaints, with many issues being closed promptly, though there were instances in 2025 where HPD inspectors were unable to gain access to complete their inspections. While the building has not reported any bedbug infestations since 2021, the presence of multiple maintenance issues and recurring heating, pest, and water quality concerns suggest ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance protocols. The property has demonstrated some improvement in recent inspections, particularly regarding rodent control, though there remain concerns about heating systems and pest management based on recent complaints and violations.