1991 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453

The 35-unit, 5-story New Law Tenement building at 1991 University Avenue, owned by Yonah Friedman, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past year, particularly related to water and heat systems. Between March and June 2025, multiple complaints regarding water leaks, including slow leaks and damp spots, were reported and closed, though some remain open as of mid-2025. The building has also faced recurring heat and hot water problems, with four separate complaints in late 2024 and early 2025.

Significant structural concerns were documented in late 2023, when complaints about building shaking and vibration were investigated, resulting in Oath Violations being served. Recent inspections revealed cracked exterior brickwork and water damage in apartment 37, and a partial ceiling collapse in apartment 55 was reported as of October 2023. The property has experienced persistent maintenance challenges, particularly in apartment 22, where multiple Housing Maintenance Code Violations were issued in 2024 for issues including defective plaster surfaces, floor tiles, and various repair needs. In 2024, an infestation issue was reported in apartment 37, with violations for mice and roaches, though these were subsequently addressed.

The building's owner has faced scrutiny for illegal occupancy violations related to cellar conversions, though these violations appear to have been resolved. Recent records indicate improvements in pest management, with 2024 bedbug reports showing no infestations, though there was one recorded case in 2019. While the building has passed recent rodent inspections (2024 and 2023), earlier inspections noted rat activity. The property has also faced several violations for failure to file required energy use reports, with the most recent violations issued in 2024 remaining active as of mid-2025.