2512 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468

The five-story, 24-unit building at 2512 University Avenue in Kingsbridge, owned by Omri Kedem and constructed in 1914, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most recently, in June 2025, the Department of Health confirmed rat activity on the property, following multiple rodent inspections throughout 2024 and 2025 that consistently indicated rat activity, with bait applications required several times. The building underwent numerous heating and hot water complaints in February 2025, though these were reportedly resolved. A concerning pattern of problems emerged regarding building access for inspections, particularly in relation to boiler inspections throughout late 2024 and early 2025, where inspectors were frequently unable to gain access.

The building has also faced challenges with its elevator system, as evidenced by multiple 311 service requests for bell/buzzer/intercom issues in early 2025. The property contains several documented housing maintenance code violations, most notably in late 2024 when Apartment 2A was found to have multiple lead paint hazards requiring correction, along with issues regarding smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Earlier violations from September 2020 indicated unauthorized conversions on the fourth floor, where a Class A apartment was allegedly converted into multiple SRO units, raising serious safety and compliance concerns. The building's boiler system has been a recurring concern, with multiple violations reported between 2020 and 2025 regarding defective equipment and safety issues.

However, an Environmental Control Board violation from October 2024 regarding boiler maintenance was resolved without penalty. The building has been proactive in addressing bedbug issues, with no reported infestations in recent years, and has maintained regular filings showing eradication of any occurrences. The property shows a pattern of responsiveness to complaints, typically resolving issues, though often after multiple complaints are filed. The ownership has generally complied with requirements to address major violations, such as lead paint hazards and pest infestations, and the building's bedbug history suggests effective management of that particular issue. However, the frequency of rodent activity reports and heating system complaints raises concerns about the building's ongoing maintenance challenges.