535 East 148th Street, Bronx, NY 10455

535 East 148th Street is a 5-story, 17-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1918, currently owned by Jimmy Beal. The building has experienced ongoing maintenance issues, with multiple tenant complaints and violations documented between 2023 and 2025. Recent and current concerns include water leaks (with an open complaint as of June 2025), persistent mold issues (open emergency complaint as of June 2025), and various building maintenance problems such as door/window repairs, pest infestations, and electrical issues.

Significant violations from late 2024 through early 2025 include problems with a broken door buzzer system, defective self-closing doors, and multiple safety concerns in Apartment 3B related to mold and electrical service. The building has a history of heating and electric service problems, with multiple complaints about inadequate heat/hot water systems affecting the entire building in late 2024. There are also structural safety concerns noted in open violations from November 2024 regarding the roof bulkhead, including issues with skylight screens, fire retardant materials, and painted surfaces. While the building's bedbug reporting shows no infestations since 2019, there have been documented rodent issues, with multiple baiting inspections in 2023.

The property has undergone various repairs and improvements, as evidenced by multiple work permits issued between 2018-2019, including electric and plumbing work. The building's recent history indicates ongoing maintenance challenges, with multiple open violations and service requests requiring attention. The property management has generally responded to complaints, with many being closed through HPD inspections, though some issues remain outstanding as of mid-2025. The building's age and classification as a New Law tenement may contribute to these persistent maintenance challenges, though regular inspections and work permits suggest ongoing efforts to address building systems and maintain compliance with housing codes.