214 East 178th Street, Bronx, NY 10457

The 30-unit, 6-story building at 214 East 178th Street in Mount Hope, owned by Gary Perlow, has experienced several maintenance and compliance issues since 2018. Most notably, there have been recurring problems with heat and hot water systems, with emergency complaints documented in both March 2021 (entire building) and December 2019 (apartment only), though in both cases tenants reported restoration of services. In 2020, a series of violations were recorded in apartments 5C and 6B, including multiple safety concerns regarding smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, as well as fire damage noted in apartment 6C.

During this same period, the building failed to properly address multiple maintenance issues, with violations recorded for defective windows, missing doors, and requirements for painting, particularly in units 5C and 6B. The building's more recent history shows some compliance progress, though issues persist. In 2024-2025, there were active violations relating to the submission of required exterior wall examination reports (FISP Cycle 9B), with a penalty imposed.

However, the building has consistently passed rodent inspections when conducted (2021-2025), indicating effective pest management. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations since 2018, with the last documented case occurring in 2019-2020 (which was subsequently eradicated). Recent 311 service requests from 2021 indicate various maintenance issues that were generally resolved, including electrical problems, water leaks, and plumbing concerns, though one refrigerator complaint in August 2021 could not be inspected. The building's maintenance history shows a mix of addressed and ongoing compliance challenges, with particular attention needed to ensure continued adherence to safety and maintenance requirements.