732 East 187th Street, Bronx, NY 10458

The 6-story, 24-unit tenement building at 732 East 187th Street in the Belmont neighborhood, owned by Lum Pelinkovic and constructed in 1915, has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water systems throughout 2024-2025. Most recently, in June 2025, there was another heat/hot water complaint affecting the entire building, and in late 2024, multiple heat/hot water complaints were filed, with at least one resulting in violations for inadequate heat/hot water. The building has also experienced significant electrical problems, including a power outage in December 2024, and water issues, with a heavy leak complaint in May 2024 that resulted in violations.

During inspections in December 2024, violations were found in Apartment 15 related to water leaks, high hot water temperatures, mold, and security concerns regarding an unauthorized locking device at the entrance door, while Apartment 19 had issues with lead paint hazards and inadequate hot water. Security was further compromised by a July 2020 incident involving blocked egress and prohibited locking devices, which resulted in a $1,250 ECB violation. Recent rodent inspections between 2023-2025 have shown varying results, with several inspections in 2024-2025 indicating rat activity and bait application.

The building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with zero reported cases in the past eight reporting periods from 2019 to 2024. A food poisoning incident was reported in December 2023, which was determined to be isolated by the Department of Health. While some violations from 2024-2025 have been certified as resolved, there are still open violations regarding building access and security systems that require attention. The building's systems have shown persistent maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heat, hot water, and electrical systems, with multiple emergency complaints and service requests in recent years.