2098 Ryer Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457

2098 Ryer Avenue, a three-story, three-unit building in Fordham owned by Okechukwu Ogubunka, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues over the past year and a half. The most pressing current concerns involve ongoing pest issues, with rat activity documented through multiple inspections between December 2023 and April 2025, despite bait application attempts in early 2024.

The building has faced recurrent heat and hot water problems, with emergency complaints filed in December 2024, January 2025, and March 2025, though some inspections were unable to gain access to verify the conditions. Recent inspections in March 2025 have revealed unsanitary conditions and issues with flooring and walls, though HPD was unable to complete inspections in these cases. The building currently has multiple open housing maintenance code violations as of December 2024, including problems with staircase ceiling paint, various encumbrances in public hall areas, issues with a retaining wall, defective fire retardant materials, and problems with self-closing doors at the street entrance.

There are also several open violations regarding required safety notices, including gas leak procedures, heating system access, and housing information guide availability. The property has a documented history of failed inspections where access was not granted, particularly for several complaints filed in September 2024 concerning walls, windows, and various maintenance issues, all of which were closed due to lack of access. While some complaints have been resolved through inspections showing no violations or restoration of services, the building continues to face multiple ongoing maintenance challenges that impact resident comfort and safety.