744 East 214th Street, Bronx, NY 10467

The 4-story, 8-unit New Law Tenement at 744 East 214th Street in Williamsbridge, owned by Valda Payne, has experienced several notable maintenance issues in recent years. Most concerning are the recent violations and service requests from October 2024 involving water leaks, electrical problems, and ceiling issues, some of which were designated as emergencies.

The building has an open violation regarding a discarded air conditioner obstructing fire escape egress from the 3rd story, and multiple open violations related to lead paint hazards in Apartment 5, including peeling paint on walls and door frames. Historical maintenance records show recurring issues with water leaks and electrical problems, including a significant water leak in 2020 and multiple lighting complaints in 2020 and 2024.

The building has faced various maintenance challenges over the past few years, particularly in 2024, when multiple non-emergency issues were reported through Housing Maintenance Code Complaints, including problems with flooring, plumbing, electrical systems, and unsanitary conditions. There is no recent history of bedbug infestations, as per the July 2024 report covering late 2022 to 2023, and previous rodent inspections in 2018 and 2022 passed without issues. The property has a mix of resolved and open violations, with many requiring attention to lead paint hazards, including multiple citations for improper paint conditions and deterioration in various locations throughout Apartment 5.