365 East 204th Street, Bronx, NY 10467

The 4-story, 8-unit New Law Tenement building at 365 East 204th Street in Norwood, owned by Ramon Escobar, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over recent years, with the most pressing concerns focusing on heating systems and water-related problems. Most recently, in January 2025, there was a heat/hot water complaint affecting the entire building, which was reportedly resolved upon HPD's follow-up. The building has faced multiple water leak incidents, particularly during August 2024, with four separate complaints of heavy flow water leaks resulting in HPD violations.

A significant cluster of violations emerged in September 2024 particularly concerning apartment 3B, including mold issues, broken plaster surfaces, and problems with the entrance door. The building has also had documented infrastructure concerns, including a 2023 violation for failure to file external low-pressure inspection reports, and historical issues with stair and floor conditions in 2021 that resulted in violations. The property has maintained a relatively clear record regarding pest control, with no reported bedbug infestations in the past six years.

However, there were instances of rat activity recorded during 2021, with more recent rodent inspections in 2024 and 2025 showing improved compliance with no significant rat activity noted. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of addressing but recurring issues related to heat/hot water systems, water leaks, and structural maintenance, particularly focusing on the third floor. While many complaints have been resolved, several building violations, particularly the two active filings from 2023 regarding external low-pressure inspection requirements, remain open as of October 2023. The property has undergone regular rodent inspections, with varying results over the years, though recent inspections indicate improved conditions.