2260 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468

2260 University Avenue, a 6-story, 111-unit Class A building constructed in 1959 and currently owned by 2260 Ave LLC, has experienced numerous maintenance challenges in recent years, particularly between 2024-2025. Most notably, the building has faced recurring elevator issues, with multiple violations and complaints regarding service outages and maintenance problems. The elevator system has been the subject of numerous Department of Buildings violations, Environmental Control Board citations, and emergency complaints between 2024-2025, indicating persistent non-compliance issues with elevator operation and maintenance requirements. The property has also experienced significant rodent activity, with multiple inspections between 2024-2025 confirming rat presence, and the building's garbage/recycling storage areas have been cited for unsanitary conditions.

The building has documented various maintenance and repair needs, including issues with doors/windows, plumbing fixtures, and interior finishes. Recent complaints from June 2025 included violations related to wall and ceiling paint/plaster conditions, and door maintenance issues. Historical records show a pattern of maintenance violations, including an open Class C violation from 2024 regarding defective entrance door self-closing mechanisms in apartment 3P, along with multiple housing maintenance code violations from 2024 citing issues such as broken door hardware and pest infestations in apartment 3R. The property has maintained a consistent record of bedbug reporting compliance, with no infestations reported since 2024, and has shown efforts to address previous pest issues, as indicated by the eradicated unit counts in earlier reporting periods.

The building's systems have experienced various operational challenges, including heating/hot water complaints and plumbing issues, though many recent complaints have been resolved through HPD inspections. A pattern of painting and plastering issues has emerged, with multiple service requests citing problems with walls and ceilings. The building's sidewalk shed has generated regulatory attention, with multiple active violations regarding its maintenance and proper documentation. Despite these challenges, it's worth noting that recent bedbug reports show zero infestations, indicating successful eradication efforts, and the building has maintained regular rodent baiting and monitoring activity, though with recurring confirmations of rat activity in inspections as recently as July 2025.