471 East 140th Street, Bronx, NY 10454

The 10-unit, 5-story tenement building at 471 East 140th Street in Mott Haven, owned by Josue Velazquez and constructed in 1902, has experienced persistent maintenance challenges in recent years. Most notably in March 2025, there were multiple housing code violations issued concerning flooring issues and wall conditions, with a significant water leak reported as an emergency condition. The building has a documented history of maintenance concerns, particularly regarding water damage, mold, and general disrepair, with violations issued in 2023-2024 for issues in multiple apartments including bathroom mold in Apartments 1A and 4A, defective plaster surfaces, and cabinet problems.

Noteworthy environmental control board violations remain active from 2018 concerning unpermitted electrical work outside the building, with penalties totaling $4,800. The property has shown some improvements in pest management, as evidenced by the bedbug reports for 2023-2025 showing no infested units, though rodent activity has been a recurring issue. Between 2022 and 2024, multiple inspections indicated rat activity, with various bait applications conducted throughout this period.

The building's recent 2025 bedbug report confirmed no infestations during the reporting period from November 2023 to October 2024. Historical records also show periodic violations related to garbage storage and sanitation issues. This report reflects the building's condition and history as of July 2025, based on available data up to October 2023, documenting ongoing maintenance challenges particularly related to water damage, interior surface conditions, and historical pest management issues.