2816 Heath Avenue, Bronx, NY 10463

The 47-unit, 6-story apartment building at 2816 Heath Avenue in Kingsbridge, owned by Bheem Ramnarase, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past two years. Most notably, there have been two recent heat and hot water outages in 2025 and 2024, one affecting only an apartment and the other the entire building. The building experienced multiple plumbing and water-related issues in late 2024, including mold problems, a bathtub/shower plumbing complaint, and a heavy water leak. These incidents resulted in violations that required correction by the property owner.

In 2024, the building also faced appliance-related issues, including problems with electric/gas ranges that led to one inspection with violations and another where access was not granted. The building has a history of rodent activity, with multiple inspections between 2021 and 2025 showing persistent evidence of rats. Most recent inspections in 2025 and 2024 both recorded rat activity. In late 2024, Apartment 1G was found to have several violations, including cases of roach and mice infestations, issues with gas supply to the range, and various maintenance problems involving the bathroom and kitchen.

The building's maintenance record includes several 311 service requests, predominantly related to heat and hot water issues, mold, plumbing, and appliance problems. Additionally, there are current active violations regarding energy efficiency score display requirements, though previous violations related to energy reports were dismissed. Looking at the building's recent history, there are combined concerns about infrastructure maintenance, including heat/hot water systems and water-related problems, as well as ongoing pest control challenges. While the building's age (constructed in 1927) is typical for many New York City tenements, the frequency and variety of maintenance issues reported in recent years suggest ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance response. The property also has recent violations for unauthorized work conducted without proper permits, specifically observed in 2023 involving plumbing and electrical work in multiple apartments.