654 East 224th Street, Bronx, NY 10466

The 47-unit, 5-story New Law Tenement building at 654 East 224th Street in Wakefield, built in 1929 and currently owned by Ranjana Mehta, has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent months. Most notably, from April to July 2025, there have been multiple complaints and violations related to water issues, including heavy flow water leaks, unsanitary conditions involving mold and sewage, and repeated heating/hot water problems. The building's current maintenance challenges are highlighted by 13 separate emergency housing maintenance code complaints between April and July 2025, including multiple water leaks, mold issues, and a ceiling repair requirement.

Historical records show persistent infrastructure problems, with violations identified in late 2024 in apartments 1B and 1C regarding heat, water supply, plumbing, and mold conditions. The building has a concerning pattern of rodent control failures between 2011 and 2022, though recent bedbug filings indicate no current infestations. Additionally, there have been multiple attempts to address building systems and maintenance issues through permits and inspections, with some violations remaining open as of late 2024.

The building's maintenance history shows both recurring plumbing and heating system challenges, as evidenced by the 2024 violations regarding hot water temperatures exceeding 130 degrees and various door, light, and water supply issues. While some past problems have been resolved, such as earlier rodent infestations and bedbug issues, the recent cluster of complaints and ongoing open violations suggests significant current maintenance challenges. The property has generated consistent 311 service requests and housing maintenance code complaints, particularly around water-related issues, indicating these problems may be systemic rather than isolated incidents. The building's age and history of violations suggest ongoing maintenance and infrastructure challenges that require regular monitoring.