2824 University Avenue, Bronx, NY 10468

The 25-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement at 2824 University Avenue in Kingsbridge, owned by Kenneth Yustman and constructed in 1927, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues in recent months. Most notably, there have been multiple violations related to unsanitary conditions, including mold and pest problems, as documented in both 311 service requests and Housing Maintenance Code complaints in May 2025. The property has also faced ongoing plumbing issues, with violations recorded in April 2025 regarding both bathtub/shower and basin/sink problems.

Additional maintenance concerns have been documented, including paint/plaster violations affecting walls and window frames, though many of these have been properly filed and closed through the appropriate channels. The building has a history of elevator-related challenges, with multiple complaints filed between 2020-2024 regarding single elevator service and safety features. Recent rodent inspections in 2025 have shown rat activity, with compliance checks failing to meet standards.

Apartment 4D has been the focus of multiple violations in 2024-2025, including issues with self-closing doors and safety equipment, while apartment 2B has open violations from August 2024 related to plaster surfaces, drainage, and bathroom fixtures. The property has maintained a consistent record of being bedbug-free since 2019, with no recorded infestations. While rodent inspections showed occasional rat activity through 2025, previous years showed consistently passing results. The building's ownership has responded to many violations through the appropriate channels, though some concerns remain open as of 2025.