203 East 205th Street, Bronx, NY 10458

The three-story, three-unit tenement building at 203 East 205th Street in Norwood, owned by Jordan Cohen, has experienced significant maintenance challenges since late 2024. Most notably, there are ongoing issues with water supply and heating systems, with multiple complaints and violations related to inadequate hot water supply in various apartments, particularly in Apartment 1. The building has also faced serious infrastructure problems, including a basement flood with sewer water and a non-self-closing boiler room door, as documented in February 2024.

Two active ECB violations from February 2024 carry penalties totaling $6,250 related to these maintenance issues. Additionally, there have been recurring rodent activity problems, with nine inspections between September 2023 and May 2025 confirming rat activity, though bait has been applied during these inspections. The property has generated multiple 311 service requests in 2025 alone, primarily concerning plumbing and water supply issues.

While some of these complaints have been resolved, including a heavy flow water leak and various plumbing issues, a pattern of repeated concerns about water supply suggests persistent infrastructure challenges. The building's violation history from December 2024 indicates multiple maintenance issues in Apartment 1, including problems with bathroom tiles, kitchen cabinets, and both hot and cold water supply systems. The property has switched to regular rodent control measures, with multiple bait applications documented in 2024 and 2025, indicating ongoing pest management efforts are being undertaken by the management.