490 East 189th Street, Bronx, NY 10458

490 East 189th Street is a 5-story, 30-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1913, currently owned by Joseph Soleimani and located in the Belmont neighborhood of the Bronx. The building has experienced persistent pest and mold issues in 2025, with multiple complaints filed about unsanitary conditions including pests (with HPD issuing violations) and mold, particularly in April 2025. A notable cluster of complaints in April 2025 involved water leaks, damp spots, and paint/plaster issues, some of which remain open as of this report.

The building's most recent housing maintenance code violations from December 2024 show significant maintenance issues in apartment 15, including problems with mold (less than 10 sq. ft.), gas supply to kitchen fixtures, peeling paint in multiple rooms, electrical outlets, and self-closing doors. The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has conducted multiple inspections in 2025, with all failing for various reasons, indicating ongoing rodent issues, though the most recent rodent inspections in early 2025 (January 14 and December 6) showed compliance. The building's maintenance history reveals a pattern of recurring issues, particularly regarding pests and mold, with three open complaints in April 2025 related to plaster work.

Between 2024-2025, there have been multiple failed rodent inspections, suggesting an ongoing pest control challenge. However, the building has maintained a pest-free status regarding bedbugs for several years, with no reported infestations from 2019 through 2024 according to official filings. While some violations have been addressed and closed, the open complaints and recent service requests indicate that certain maintenance issues continue to affect the building, particularly regarding moisture-related problems and pest control. The property has undergone various inspections and service requests, with the most recent focus on rodent control and sanitation issues.