3525 Perry Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467

The 50-unit, 6-story building at 3525 Perry Avenue in Norwood, owned by Ved Parkash, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues in recent years, particularly throughout 2025. There are currently open complaints regarding rodent activity (June 2025), smoke detector issues (May 2025), and building intercom system problems (March 2025). Notably, there was a significant series of heat and hot water outages impacting the entire building in February/March 2025, though most of these complaints were subsequently closed after verification of repairs.

The building's elevator system has been a recurring concern, with multiple complaints about single-device service and associated violations throughout 2025, including an active ECB violation from June 2024 related to equipment issues and a $1,250 penalty. There are also concerning lead paint and water-related violations affecting Apartment 2C from December 2024 inspections, including evidence of water leaks and mold conditions. The building has documented ongoing rodent issues, with multiple inspections throughout 2024 and 2025 showing "Rat Activity." The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with no reported cases in the past several years.

Historical violations include elevator and boiler maintenance issues in 2024-2025, as well as various housing maintenance code violations involving door, plaster, and painting issues in Apartment 2C, most of which were addressed by early 2025. The building's heating system appears to have been a particular challenge during winter months, as evidenced by multiple complaints during early 2025. Recent inspections in July 2025 showed continued rodent activity, indicating persistent pest control challenges.