737 East 187th Street, Bronx, NY 10458

The 31-unit, 5-story New Law Tenement building at 737 East 187th Street in Belmont, owned by Jacqueline Tom and built in 1912, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been recurrent problems with heat and hot water, including a January 2025 emergency complaint regarding lack of heat/hot water in the entire building, though these services were reportedly restored during inspection. The building has also faced multiple plumbing issues, including three distinct toilet-related complaints in October 2023, one of which resulted in violations being issued.

Other persistent issues include pest infestations, with multiple complaints in 2023 (June and August) citing unsanitary conditions, and a pattern of ceiling and wall maintenance problems. Apartment 15 (3rd story) has documented violations regarding water leaks, plaster surfaces, and pest issues including both mice and roaches, while Apartment 20 (4th story) has faced similar maintenance challenges including plaster repairs and toilet obstruction issues. The building's roof has also required attention, as evidenced by a C-class violation issued in October 2023 regarding defective asphalt.

The property has undergone regular rodent inspections, with the most recent being in July 2025 resulting in a failure for "other reasons," though prior inspections between 2022-2024 generally passed. Notably, there have been no reported bedbug infestations since 2019, and multiple Local Law 188/17 compliance inspections in 2024 resulted in "No Violation Warranted" findings at the time of inspection. The building's maintenance record indicates ongoing challenges with basic services and infrastructure, though many recent violations have been addressed promptly according to inspection results. The Building has a documented history of 311 service requests and Housing Maintenance Code violations, with varying degrees of urgency and resolution outcomes, suggesting a pattern of maintenance needs requiring attention.