547 East 178th Street, Bronx, NY 10457

The five-story New Law Tenement building at 547 East 178th Street in Tremont, owned by Jennifer Lau and containing 18 units, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues and safety concerns over the past two years. Most notably, there have been multiple emergency heat and hot water complaints in 2025 and late 2024, with the most recent complaint from March 2025 still open, suggesting ongoing climate control system challenges. The building has also faced significant water-related issues, including heavy flow water leak complaints in September 2023 and repeated heat/hot water problems in late 2024.

A notable cluster of violations emerged in 2024, particularly affecting apartment 4C, including open violations for pest infestations (mice and roaches), inoperable smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and various maintenance issues such as floor repairs and a bathroom leak. The building's emergency response to heat/hot water issues has been inconsistent, with several complaints requiring HPD intervention and inspections, though some inspections were unable to gain access to the affected units. While there have been historical bedbug reports, the most recent filings from 2022 through 2023 show no active infestations, and rodent inspections conducted throughout 2023-2025 have shown mixed results, with some failed inspections for "Other Reasons" in July 2025.

The building's elevator system received attention in early 2023, though an inspection found no violations at that time. The property has undergone various inspections and repairs, with some improvements noted through service requests and complaints, but recurring issues particularly related to heating systems, water problems, and pest control suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's age (built in 1913) and classification as a New Law Tenement may contribute to the persistence of these issues, though recent rodent inspection results indicate some progress in pest management. The current status as of July 2025 shows at least one open heat/hot water complaint, while several violations from 2024 remain listed as "Open" in the HPD system.