2099 Webster Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457

The four-story, 8-unit building at 2099 Webster Avenue in Fordham, owned by Jeff Mustafaj and built in 1911, has experienced numerous recurring issues between 2024 and 2025, most notably problems with heat and hot water systems. There were multiple complaints about inadequate heat and hot water between October and November 2024, and again in February 2025. The building has also faced significant sanitation challenges, including three simultaneous pest-related complaints in November 2024, though HPD inspections were unable to be completed.

A Direct ECB violation from September 2024 noted serious concerns about the rear yard fire escape condition, including a detached drop ladder and deteriorated metal components, with a penalty of $6,250 pending. The property has an active violation for failure to file external low pressure inspections from 2018 and 2020, as well as a 2019 violation for not certifying corrections on an immediately hazardous violation. The building has also had various maintenance issues, particularly affecting apartment 2, where violations were recorded in late 2024 for high hot water temperatures (160°F), pest infestations (roaches and mice), water leaks, and bathroom ceiling problems.

Inspection records show consistent rat activity with multiple inspections between 2024 and 2025 confirming the presence of rodents, despite bait applications. Recent HPD interventions suggest some responsiveness to issues, with complaints being closed once conditions were reported as corrected, though multiple inspection attempts have been hampered by access issues. The building has maintained a regular bedbug reporting history from 2019 onward, showing no infestations, while various general maintenance complaints have been recorded and either resolved or remain open, including those related to the mailbox system, electrical systems, and plumbing infrastructure.