189 E Mosholu Parkway N, Bronx, NY 10467

The five-story New Law Tenement building at 189 E Mosholu Parkway N in Norwood, constructed in 1924 and currently owned by Cesar Morales, has experienced persistent heat and rodent issues over the past two years. Most recently, in March 2025, the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene identified violations related to rodent conditions, with multiple inspections throughout 2024-2025 consistently showing rat activity, including inspections in May 2025 and multiple bait applications. The building has undergone recurring heating system problems, particularly during late 2024 and early 2025, with several emergency complaints filed through HPD regarding lack of heat and hot water affecting the entire building.

While many of these complaints were marked as resolved, the frequency and pattern suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. Additional concerns include multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations, particularly affecting apartment 4B, related to water leaks, plaster repairs, and door issues, though most building-wide violations from late 2023 to early 2024 have been closed. The building has maintained a consistent record of bedbug-free status over the past several years, with no reported infestations since at least 2019.

The property has also had infrastructure-related issues, including a sidewalk shed violation in January 2024 that resulted in a $5,000 penalty related to inadequate coverage and safety concerns. While this violation was resolved, it indicates attention to maintenance of external safety features. The building's overall condition shows some improvement in recent months, with fewer complaints being filed in 2025 compared to the previous year, though the recurring nature of specific issues like heat and rodent presence suggests they remain areas of concern. Regular inspections and enforcement actions indicate that while many violations have been addressed, some systemic maintenance challenges persist.