306 East 180th Street, Bronx, NY 10457

The 35-unit, 5-story New Law Tenement at 306 East 180th Street in Fordham, owned by Michael Bixi and constructed in 1917, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues throughout 2024-2025. Most concerning are the recurring heat and hot water problems reported in March 2025, with both apartment-specific and building-wide complaints.

Multiple HPD service requests indicate repeated inability to gain apartment access for inspections between February-March 2025, affecting various issues including electrical systems, windows, flooring, and mold concerns. The building has also faced significant electrical problems, with multiple emergency complaints in June 2025 regarding wiring issues, power outages, and water supply problems. Safety concerns have been documented through various violations and inspections, including a September 2024 ECB violation noting floor sinking issues in Apartment 4D and previous building shaking concerns in 2024.

The property has visible maintenance needs, as shown by multiple HPD service requests and recent housing maintenance code violations, particularly regarding electrical systems, mold, door/window conditions, and general sanitation. Despite these challenges, the building has maintained a clear bedbug record for several years and passed recent rat inspections, though there have been multiple documented instances of rodent activity requiring bait application between 2024-2025. Recent violations from December 2024 also noted issues with door hardware, fire escape access, and various apartment-specific maintenance needs, including electrical and life safety systems that were subsequently closed.