265 East 182nd Street, Bronx, NY 10457

The five-story New Law Tenement building at 265 East 182nd Street in Fordham, owned by Jonathan Malinas, has experienced several recurring maintenance and infrastructure issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns centering around heating and water systems. Between October 2024 and May 2025, the building had multiple emergency heat and hot water complaints, with three such incidents in March 2025 alone. Additionally, there were two water leak incidents in October 2024, including one classified as heavy flow which resulted in HPD violations.

More recently, as of May 2025, there is an open complaint regarding flooring conditions. The building also underwent significant infrastructure changes in 2024, with multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations issued, including issues with door hardware and fire escape access in Apartment 22. The property has shown some improvement in pest management, with recent bedbug reports (2024-2025) showing no infestations, though there was a rat sighting in May 2025. Rodent inspections from 2022 through 2025 generally passed.

The building's exterior and structural integrity have been brought into question as evidenced by a September 2024 Department of Buildings complaint regarding building shaking/vibration, and an active ECB violation from September 2024 related to vertical cracking in the stucco at the parapet level. Maintenance records indicate ongoing issues with building systems and safety features, including problems with self-closing doors and emergency exits noted in 2024 violations. While some complaints have been resolved through inspections and repairs, several open violations and complaints remain, warranting attention to building maintenance and infrastructure systems. The building's age (built in 1915) and classification as a New Law Tenement contribute to its unique maintenance profile, with the property experiencing multiple system failures and requiring regular intervention from housing authorities.