2385 Lorillard Place, Bronx, NY 10458

The 17-unit, 4-story tenement building at 2385 Lorillard Place in Belmont, owned by Louis Popovic and constructed in 1910, has experienced numerous maintenance and compliance issues in recent years. Most notably, in 2024, violations were issued regarding unauthorized alterations including an illegal cellar apartment, which allegedly increased the unit count from 17 to 18. This illegal conversion involved disconnected plumbing fixtures, a gas range, and a full bathroom.

The Department of Buildings also cited the property for defective metal treads on multiple floors and a fire escape issue in July 2024. More recent concerns in early 2025 included violations for mold, pests, wall damage, and problems with an electric/gas range, though some of these complaints were subsequently closed without violations being found. The building's maintenance history reveals periodic problems with various systems and conditions, including plumbing issues documented in late 2023 and floor maintenance concerns earlier in 2023.

While rodent inspections show some passing results, there have been instances of rat activity noted in 2022 and 2023. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations in recent years, with no reports of infested dwelling units since 2019. The building's history shows a mixture of resolved and ongoing maintenance issues, with recent complaints primarily focusing on sanitary conditions and building systems that require attention under the Housing Maintenance Code.