143 East 149th Street, Bronx, NY 10451

143 East 149th Street is a 4-story, 9-unit New Law Tenement building located in the Bronx's Concourse neighborhood, owned by Jacob Soleimani and constructed in 1931. The building has experienced ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heating and hot water systems. Most notably, in May 2025, there was a reported building-wide heat and hot water outage, though this was temporarily resolved by HPD during their investigation.

The building has also faced multiple violations related to inadequate hot water across several apartments (Units 2, 3, 6, and 10) documented between 2024-2025, along with issues of locked boiler room access that impeded maintenance. In addition to water system problems, there have been recurring electrical issues, including a lighting outage in late 2024, multiple complaints about outlets and switches, and various problems requiring paint and plaster repairs on walls and ceilings throughout the building. The property has undergone several inspections and faced various violations between 2018 and 2025, including a 2024 infestation problem in Unit 3 (later resolved), and multiple violations requiring repairs in Unit 10 specifically for defective self-closing doors.

While the building has maintained compliance with bedbug and rodent reporting requirements, passing inspections in 2024 and 2023, it has shown a pattern of maintenance challenges that require ongoing attention. A series of work permits were issued between 2019-2020 for plumbing and electrical work, suggesting some attempts at addressing the building's maintenance needs. The recent flurry of complaints in early 2025, including multiple simultaneous issues with paint, electrical systems, and flooring, indicates there may be ongoing challenges with building maintenance and responsiveness to tenant needs.