245 East 196th Street, Bronx, NY 10458

245 East 196th Street is a 5-story, 42-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1922 and currently owned by Steven Speroni. The building has experienced several maintenance issues over recent years, with the most significant cluster of problems occurring in 2022, including a water leak (closed after inspection access was denied), multiple electrical issues (outlets, lighting, intercom), and a heat/hot water problem that was reportedly resolved. Prior to this, in 2021, there were similar access issues noted for problems with flooring/stairs and the intercom system.

The building has a documented history of pest control challenges, most notably in 2021 when violations were issued for roach infestation and mold conditions in Apartment 3F, along with rodent issues in Apartment 5E in 2019. A notable safety incident occurred in August 2019 involving gas equipment in Apartment 4E, which led to an illegal gas appliance violation and a utility shutdown by FDNY due to a leak. Recent records indicate improved conditions, with the building maintaining a "Passed" status on rodent inspections from 2022 through 2024, and no active bedbug infestations reported in filings from 2019 through 2024.

The most recent violation, issued in 2024, relates to the failure to file an annual bedbug report, though previous filings had consistently shown no infested units. The building's property maintenance history shows consistent efforts to address tenant complaints, though access issues have sometimes hindered inspections. Various system failures have been documented over the years, including heat, water supply, electrical systems, and safety equipment such as smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. While the building has experienced periodic maintenance challenges, recent years show a reduction in complaint frequency and improvement in pest control compliance.