2414 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468

This five-story, 17-unit New Law Tenement building in Kingsbridge, constructed in 1912 and currently owned by Philip Phan, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years. Most notably, in late 2023, there have been multiple heat and hot water complaints affecting the entire building, with recent violations issued for excessively hot water (exceeding 130 degrees) and heating system access issues. A significant cluster of problems has emerged in apartment 3, including multiple open violations from November 2023 related to water leaks, pest infestations (specifically roaches), inadequate heating, and various maintenance issues such as a defective fire-rated door and problems with bathroom fixtures and surfaces.

The building has also faced persistent challenges with water leaks, evidenced by multiple complaints in both 2022 and 2023. The property's maintenance record shows some pattern of recurring issues, including three heat and hot water complaints within a two-week period in November 2023, and ongoing concerns with pest control, as indicated by both the pest complaints and rodent inspection results. The Department of Buildings has issued multiple active violations regarding the failure to file external low-pressure inspections for the years 2018-2021, which remain unresolved as of June 2023.

While there have been regular bedbug and rodent inspections, showing some periods of compliance, there have also been periods of insufficient treatment and activity. The building has a documented history of maintenance issues dating back several years, including non-emergency complaints about windows and doors, and more serious complaints about heat and hot water across the entire building. While some violations have been addressed and closed, many remain open or have been marked as requiring additional attention, particularly those relating to apartment 3 and the building's heating system.