2009 Mapes Avenue, Bronx, NY 10460

The six-unit, two-story residential building at 2009 Mapes Avenue in Tremont, owned by Martin Basch, has experienced recurring heating issues over the past 18 months, with a particularly concerning pattern of heat and hot water complaints. Between November 2024 and April 2025, there were multiple emergency complaints regarding inadequate heating or hot water, including three incidents in January 2025 alone, with HPD inspections sometimes revealing violations.

A December 2024 inspection of Apartment 2A resulted in violations for missing carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, locked access to the heating system, a defective entrance door lock, and other maintenance issues. While these violations were certified as addressed by December 30, 2024, one related to inadequate heat supply in Bedroom 2 remains open.

The building has faced additional challenges with pest control, including rodent activity documented in multiple inspections from 2024 to 2025, and a significant bedbug infestation in late 2022 affecting all six units, though no infestations have been reported in subsequent years (2023-2025). Various maintenance issues were addressed in mid-2024, including problems with windows, ceilings, and flooring, though inspections found no violations. The building's history includes multiple 311 service requests and housing maintenance code complaints, particularly concentrated around heating issues, with the most recent activity suggesting ongoing concerns that require monitoring.