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2542 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468

2
DOB Complaints
223
311 Housing Calls
220
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

17
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in NYC with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 17% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 2542 University Avenue

2542 University Avenue is a 5-story, 58-unit residential building located in the Kingsbridge neighborhood of the Bronx, owned by Yechiel Weinberger and constructed in 1922. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues throughout 2025, with multiple complaints and violations issued by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) between February and April 2025, affecting both individual apartments and the entire building. Other significant maintenance concerns include persistent flooring problems, electrical issues (including a power outage and outlet/switch problems), and plumbing concerns, including mold and wall damage.

The building currently has multiple open violations from a December 2024 inspection, including issues with a defective bulkhead door, broken kitchen cabinet, damaged window header, and various maintenance problems in apartment G, such as defective doors, floors, and ceilings requiring repairs. The property has faced regulatory scrutiny, with several illegal conversion complaints recorded between 2018 and 2025, though most recent inspections found no violations. Egress safety has been a concern, with a 2024 violation noting a blocked exit passageway at the rear of the building.

Additionally, there have been documented rodent activity issues, with multiple inspections in 2023-2025 showing rat activity and the application of bait. The building has consistently failed to display its energy efficiency score and grade as required by code, with active violations noted in 2021 and 2022. Bedbug reports from 2019, 2023, and 2024 show no recorded infestation or extermination activity during those periods.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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2542 University Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Kingsbridge.

Building Characteristics

Total units 58
Year built 1922
Total area 42730 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

2
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
220
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
223
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
10
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
2
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
26
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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2542 University Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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2542 University Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered None

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 2542 University Avenue. These complaints are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Date ReceivedSttatus DateCategoryTypeStatus
2025-06-172025-06-17Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-04-022025-04-24Flooring/stairs-FloorEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-212025-04-24Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-022025-04-04Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-152025-04-01Electric-Power OutageNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 2542 University Avenue. These violations are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Inspection DateClassStatusStatus DateApartmentNOV DescriptionCertified Date
2024-12-09BOpenNone4J§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD BASE CABINET AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4J, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION AT SOUTHNone
2024-12-09COpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT BULKHEAD DOOR , 5th STORY, SECTION AT SOUTHNone
2024-12-09BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LOWER SASH WINDOW COUNTERBALANCE AT INTERMEDIATE LANDING AT PUBLIC HALL STAIRS, 4th STORY, SECTION AT SOUTHNone
2024-12-09BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MARBLE PLATE AT WINDOW HEADER AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY, SECTION AT SOUTHNone
2024-11-09AOpenNoneG§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD DOOR AT WEST CLOSET IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT G, 1st STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 2542 University Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-04-21 21:03HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-04-02 08:10FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2025-04-02 08:03HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-03-27 09:07HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-03-08 02:00ELECTRICOUTLET/SWITCHClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 2542 University Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
24163842025-05-23CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2025-06-05No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-06-09)
24111252025-02-27CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2025-04-28Oath Violation Served (2025-04-29)
23997032024-08-31CLOSEDEgress: - Locked/Blocked/Improper/No Secondary Means2024-09-01Oath Violation Served (2024-09-01)
22667492018-08-13CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2018-08-29Insufficient Information/unable To Locate Address (2018-08-30)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 2542 University Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2022-12-01V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO DISPLAY ENERGY EFFICIENCY SCORE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY GRADE AS PER ADCODE SEC. 28-309.12.3
2021-12-01V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO DISPLAY ENERGY EFFICIENCY SCORE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY GRADE AS PER ADCODE SEC. 28-309.12.3
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 2542 University Avenue. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 2542 University Avenue. The information includes the file date, infested units, eradicated units, re-infested units, filing start date, and filing end date. The data is sourced from DOHMH. Landlords are required to file these reports; missing data may indicate non-compliance.

File DateInfested UnitsEradicated UnitsRe-infested UnitsFiling Start DateFiling End Date
2024-06-070002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-04-040002021-11-012022-10-31
2019-02-010002017-11-012018-11-30
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 2542 University Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-08-08BAITBait applied
2025-03-24ComplianceRat Activity
2025-01-29InitialFailed for Other R
2024-08-15BAITBait applied
2024-08-12BAITBait applied
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 2542 University Avenue. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 2542 University Avenue. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

Source: Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 2542 University Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-09-0135668126NUNI 2542 LLCFAILURE TO PROVIDE UNOBSTRUCTED EXIT PASSAGEWAY. NOTED; METAL GATE AT REAR OF BUILDING, BESIDES SECONDARY MEANS OF EGRESS(FIRE-ESCAPES), LOCKED WITH CHAIN AND PADLOCK. OBSTRUCTING EGRESS PASSAGEWAY, ADDITIONALLRESOLVE1250.01250.0
2018-04-0937009647MUNI 2542 LLC 1FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION #32091389M ISSUED ON 8/02/17, AND TO FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28.201.1 AND 1RCNY 102-01(D)(2). AN ACCEPTABLE CERTIFRESOLVE625.0625.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 2542 University Avenue. The information includes the start date, start violations, discharge date, and status. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 2542 University Avenue. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
Effective DateRescinded DateReasonTypeUnits
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 2542 University Avenue. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 2542 University Avenue. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 2542 University Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 2542 University Avenue. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus
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Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 2542 University Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 2542 University Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 2542 University Avenue. Data includes violation date, type, and status.

DateTypeStatus

Planning Projects

City Planning (ZAP) project applications for this building. Data includes project ID, status, borough, and lot/block information.

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Building Permits

Department of Buildings issued building permits for this property. This includes permits for construction, alteration, and demolition work. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

Electrical Permits

Department of Buildings issued electrical permits for this property. This includes permits for electrical work, installations, and modifications. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

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