2251 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468

The 25-unit, 6-story building at 2251 University Avenue, owned by Ana Catalic and constructed in 1936, has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water access, with four emergency complaints filed between December 2023 and April 2024. More recently, in late 2024, the building faced multiple significant maintenance challenges, most notably structural problems identified in April 2024 that led to a Partial Vacate Order affecting the west and north exposures, citing hazardous conditions including loose brick masonry and cracked brickwork. These facade issues resulted in multiple Environmental Control Board violations with penalties totaling $8,780, though only one remains active as of late 2024.

The building has documented rodent issues throughout 2024 and 2025, with multiple inspections revealing rat activity and the need for bait application. A concerning pattern of indoor air quality complaints was noted in 2021, specifically regarding chemical vapors, though more recent reports suggest this may have been addressed. The property has generally maintained compliance with bed bug reporting requirements, with no infestations reported in the past three years.

Several violations were recorded in 2018-2019 related to specific apartment maintenance issues (notably in Unit 3A and 2B), including problems with windows, plumbing fixtures, and plaster surfaces, though these were ultimately resolved. The building's most pressing current concerns center around the heat/hot water system, which continues to generate emergency complaints, and the structural integrity of the facade, which has prompted both violation notices and safety orders. Recent inspections have cleared some maintenance issues, including those related to building security and interior problems, but the heating system's reliability remains a notable ongoing concern. The property has transitioned through various management and maintenance challenges over the years, with the current focus primarily on addressing facade stability and building systems performance.