1228 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10456

The five-story, 30-unit New Law Tenement at 1228 Grand Concourse, owned by B'emet Realty Corp, has experienced a series of concerning maintenance issues in 2024-2025. Most notably, there have been multiple plumbing-related complaints in recent months, including repeated issues with sinks (three separate complaints in May 2025), heavy water leaks, and various unaddressed maintenance problems (April-May 2025) involving walls, ceilings, and floors. The building has also encountered recurring heat and hot water system problems, with reports of failures in both March and April 2025, though these issues were reportedly resolved when inspectors arrived.

The property shows evidence of persistent rodent activity, with multiple inspections throughout 2024-2025 confirming rat presence, though bait has been applied in some instances. Additionally, there are documented issues with building safety systems, including missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in apartment 1F, as well as various maintenance violations related to plumbing fixtures, mold, and interior surface conditions. While past bedbug infestations were recorded in 2021-2022, recent reports from 2022-2025 indicate no active infestations.

The building's maintenance history reveals particular challenges with apartment 1F, which has documented violations for mold, plumbing issues, and safety device deficiencies as of October 2024. Inspection attempts by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) in 2025 sometimes faced access issues, though some violations have been addressed and certified as closed. The property management has documented completion of certain repairs, such as the elimination of roach infestations and various surface treatments, but the frequency of recent complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's regulatory history indicates both emergency and non-emergency complaints, with several requiring immediate attention, particularly those related to heat and water systems.