731 East 178th Street, Bronx, NY 10457

731 East 178th Street is a three-story, three-unit old law tenement building located in Tremont, built in 1931 and currently owned by Arman Kohan. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past year, with multiple complaints and violations regarding unsanitary conditions, including ongoing mold and pest problems. Most recently, in March 2025, complaints were filed regarding mold and heat/hot water issues, though HPD inspections either found no violations or were unable to gain access to the apartments.

In late 2024, the building's third-floor apartment was cited for visible mold, and in October 2024, multiple violations were documented in the first-floor apartment, including issues with mice infestation, water leaks, bathroom ceiling problems, and peeling paint in multiple rooms. The building's maintenance history shows persistent rodent activity, with multiple rodent inspections conducted throughout 2023 and 2024, and several instances of bait application recorded. While there have been bedbug infestations reported in previous years (2020-2022), the most recent bedbug reports for 2022-2024 show no active infestations or re-infestations.

The property has a documented history of various maintenance issues, including electrical problems (no lighting) and cooking gas concerns in December 2024, and appliance issues (refrigerator) in February 2025. A Department of Buildings complaint from 2018 regarding plumbing issues resulted in a full stop work order, though this appears to be an older, resolved matter. While many of the recent complaints have been classified as non-emergency, the frequency of complaints and repeated issues with mold, pests, and building systems suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's most recent violation history indicates active problems requiring attention, with some violations marked as "Close" but with significant repair and maintenance needs still apparent.