612 East 179th Street, Bronx, NY 10457

The 9-story, 177-unit residential building at 612 East 179th Street in Tremont, owned by Sheldon Fox and completed in 2019, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past year. Most recently, in May 2025, there were complaints about mold and indoor air quality issues. Throughout 2024-2025, notable recurring problems included pest infestations (with violations issued in late 2024), heating system complaints (including a December 2024 heat/hot water issue), and multiple door/window-related problems with violations. Inspection records show verified violations in multiple apartments for issues including door self-closing mechanisms, window frames, ventilation systems, and electrical outlets.

The building has maintained passing rodent inspection results in 2023-2025, though there have been multiple bedbug incidents recorded, with the last reported cases in late 2023 affecting two units. Recent elevator issues have become a concern, with multiple complaints in 2025 regarding single device operation and no alternate service, with one active complaint as of June 2025. The building's construction period between 2019-2020 included several ECB violations related to scaffolding and safety issues, though these have all been resolved. Housing Maintenance Code violations remain open for apartments 220, 221, 407, 523, and 703, covering various maintenance issues from pest infestations to repair needs. While most service requests have been addressed and closed, some recurring problems suggest ongoing maintenance challenges.

The building's unit turnover rate for pest control indicates active management, as evidenced by bedbug eradication efforts. The building's management has received multiple HPD violations throughout 2024 for various maintenance issues, including pest control failures and door/window problems. There have been several emergency housing maintenance complaints, particularly regarding heating and door issues. The property has generally complied with rodent infestation inspections, passing all recent checks. While the building has encountered various maintenance challenges, the frequency and variety of service requests indicate active tenant reporting and management response, though some structural and maintenance issues persist.