223 East 179th Street, Bronx, NY 10457

The five-story, 31-unit New Law Tenement at 223 East 179th Street in Mount Hope, owned by Irene Kalaj, has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues throughout 2023 and 2024, with four separate complaints about inadequate heating at the entire building level, the most recent occurring in January 2025. The building has faced multiple plumbing challenges, including water supply problems in July 2023 and bathtub/shower issues reported in April 2023.

A notable incident in December 2023 involved heavy water leakage, which was accompanied by ceiling plaster problems that resulted in violations. More recent inspections in 2024 revealed various maintenance issues requiring attention, including broken glass at the vestibule door, fire retardant material problems in the public hall, and a fire incident in apartment 4F that caused damages requiring remediation. The building's maintenance history shows some attention to resolving violations, as evidenced by multiple incidents where the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) verified corrections, though there were also instances where inspections could not be completed due to access issues.

The property has maintained a bedbug-free record since at least 2019, with no reported infestations in the annual filings. Rodent inspections have shown mixed results, with some failing inspections noted for "Other Reasons," though recent 2025 compliance checks have passed. The building's overall condition suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heating systems and plumbing infrastructure, though recent inspections indicate some improvements have been made to address previous violations.