775 East 185th Street, Bronx, NY 10460

The 5-story New Law Tenement building at 775 East 185th Street in Belmont, owned by S.O.K Realty Corp, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent months. Most notably, between January and February 2025, there were multiple heat and hot water complaints affecting the entire building, although some were resolved through tenant verification.

The building has also faced ongoing challenges with plumbing issues, including problems with sinks and bathtubs. A concerning pattern of violations emerged in December 2024, when Apartment 4 received multiple citations for lead-based paint hazards in various locations, including walls and risers, as well as plumbing and bathroom maintenance issues that were subsequently addressed. More recent issues in 2025 include emergency complaints regarding doors, water leaks, and flooring problems.

An ECB violation was recorded in October 2023 regarding improper maintenance of a window A/C unit on the 4th floor, resulting in a $250 penalty. While the building has maintained a consistent record of bedbug-free status from 2021 through 2025, there have been mixed results in rodent inspections, with recent inspections in 2024 showing rat activity, though most subsequent inspections have passed. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with timely repairs and maintenance, particularly regarding heat and hot water systems, as evidenced by the frequency of related complaints.