2280 Grand Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

The 26-unit, 6-story tenement building at 2280 Grand Avenue in University Heights, owned by Sefik Gunes, was constructed in 1924 and is currently experiencing significant maintenance issues. As of June 2025, there are multiple open complaints with the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) including problems with plumbing fixtures (radiators, sinks, and bathtubs), flooring, and windows. Recent Housing Maintenance Code complaints from June 2025 highlight ongoing plumbing issues, with both emergency and non-emergency complaints still open.

The building has multiple active violations as of July 2025, including failure to display energy efficiency scores, and several open violations from an August 2024 inspection concerning self-closing doors, inspection certificate display, and janitorial service requirements. Internal issues have included problems with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, particularly in apartments 1B and 2C which were addressed but require monitoring for proper correction. The building's maintenance history reveals recurring issues with plumbing systems, water damage, and pest control, including documentation of rat activity in 2018-2021. While bedbug infestations were minimal between 2019-2024, with only one reported case in 2020, the building has experienced multiple plumbing-related violations and complaints, including a series of emergency plumbing issues reported in June 2025.

Previous incidents include a power outage investigation in May 2025 which did not result in violations, and concerns about door and window conditions throughout 2025. Historical complaints from 2019-2020 included structural concerns and unauthorized construction activities that resulted in multiple violations, though these were ultimately resolved. The most pressing current issues appear to be concentrated around plumbing infrastructure, with multiple open complaints and violations related to water systems, fixtures, and general maintenance that continue to affect resident quality of life. The building's age and history of maintenance violations suggest ongoing challenges with upkeep and compliance with current housing standards, though recent inspections and complaint resolutions indicate some degree of responsiveness to regulatory requirements.