2937 Dewitt Place, Bronx, NY 10469

2937 Dewitt Place is a 2-story, 5-unit "New Law Tenement" built in 1931, currently owned by Shirley Austin. The building has experienced several persistent maintenance issues over the past few years, with the most recent concerns emerging in late 2024, including open violations for pest infestation, carbon monoxide detector issues, smoke detector deficiencies, and problems with self-closing doors in the first-floor apartment (1R). The property has a documented history of heating and plumbing problems, particularly in 2021, when multiple complaints regarding heat/hot water issues affecting the entire building and plumbing problems, including toilet and bathtub/shower issues, were reported.

There have also been recurring pest control concerns, as evidenced by multiple "unsanitary condition" complaints between 2020 and 2024. In 2021, an indoor sewage leak was reported and investigated by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, though no health code violations were found. More recent developments show some progress, with notable inspections in 2023-2024 revealing various issues requiring attention.

The building has had multiple violations related to building safety requirements, including missing safety equipment and structural concerns such as loose vinyl siding on the north exterior wall. The property has demonstrated compliance with bedbug reporting requirements in 2025, showing no current infestations or recent treatment needs. While some maintenance issues have been addressed over time, as evidenced by the closure of certain complaints, there remains an ongoing pattern of maintenance challenges that requires monitoring.