632 East 186th Street, Bronx, NY 10458

The 5-story, 20-unit tenement building at 632 East 186th Street in Belmont, owned by Jamal Jaafar and constructed in 1912, has demonstrated persistent maintenance challenges over the past two years. Most recently, in June 2025, the building received multiple complaints and violations, including unsanitary conditions, water leaks, and mold issues. The property has a concerning history of access issues during inspections, with several 2025 complaints about paint/plaster conditions (walls, ceilings, doors) and plumbing problems (bathtub, shower, toilet) being closed due to inspectors' inability to gain access.

A significant focus of concern has been in Apartment 7, where current open violations from September 2024 remain regarding missing smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and inadequate hot water supply, along with reported rodent infestations that have consistently resulted in failed inspections between 2023 and 2025. Additionally, there are three active violations for the failure to file required External Low-Pressure Inspections for 2020-2021, which were issued in June 2023. The building's maintenance record reveals a pattern of water-related issues, with multiple complaints and violations related to leaks and plumbing problems.

In late 2024, the property experienced various HUD code violations, including lead paint hazards in Apartment 9, safety equipment deficiencies in common areas, and concerns about the building heating system access. While there have been some closed complaints and inspections that passed, such as the 2025-01-23 and 2025-02-20 rodent inspections, the overall pattern suggests ongoing maintenance and safety concerns that require continued attention. The building's poor rodent inspection results, with multiple failures citing "Other Reasons" and "Rat Activity," indicate persistent pest control challenges. Previous conditions reported in 2025 have included issues with various surfaces needing maintenance, though many complaints were closed without violations being issued due to accessibility issues during inspections.