777 Elton Avenue, Bronx, NY 10451

The 12-unit, 3-story tenement building at 777 Elton Avenue in the Melrose neighborhood, owned by Steven Kashanian, has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent months, particularly relating to heat and hot water systems. Between February and March 2025, there were numerous complaints about inadequate heat and hot water in both individual apartments and throughout the building, with multiple inspection attempts by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) failing to gain access to the affected units.

Additional plumbing concerns were reported during this period, with similar access issues preventing proper investigation. The building also faces some concerning safety issues, with an open violation from October 2024 regarding mold in Apartment 2E, and recent complaints about broken window guards and window frame issues. The property has a documented history of boiler and heating system problems, with active Environmental Control Board violations from May 2023 related to the oil-fired boiler's condition and flue pipe maintenance.

Of particular note is a cluster of building deficiencies documented in late 2024, including an inadequate gas supply to the kitchen in Apartment 3W, improper drainage issues, and several security-related violations regarding the building entrance door. While the building has consistently passed bedbug inspections and has no reported infestations, there is a recurring pattern of rodent activity requiring baiting between 2022 and 2023, suggesting ongoing maintenance and pest control challenges. The building's age (built in 1931) and classification as an "Old Law Tenement" may contribute to some of these persistent issues, though recent inspection data suggests difficulties in gaining access for proper evaluations and repairs remains a significant barrier to prompt resolution of maintenance concerns.