1227 Boynton Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472

The two-family house at 1227 Boynton Avenue in Parkchester, owned by Theodore Zucker, has undergone several significant maintenance issues since 2022, with the most pressing concerns involving pest infestations, water supply problems, and various building maintenance deficiencies. Most notably, there has been a recurring pattern of rodent activity, with multiple inspections in 2023 and 2022 showing rat activity, though recent inspections in 2024 and 2025 have passed. A cluster of complaints was filed in January 2023 regarding unsanitary conditions including pests, along with heating and plumbing issues, with several complaints being closed due to inability to gain access for inspection.

Housing violations documented in 2022 specifically point to multiple issues in the second-floor apartment, including deteriorated plaster surfaces, plumbing problems, non-functional electrical fixtures, and the presence of cockroaches and mice. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance, with multiple complaints being filed about paint/plaster damage to walls and ceilings, and various infrastructure issues including a trip hazard from torn stairway carpet. While some complaints eventually received inspections, many were closed due to access issues, raising concerns about the ability to verify resolution of reported problems.

The property has experienced periodic heating and water supply issues, with emergency complaints filed in January 2023, though some related violations were subsequently closed without finding any violations. The building was constructed in 1930 and consists of two stories, containing two residential units. Three recent rodent inspections between 2024 and 2025 have shown improved conditions, passing without any reported rat activity, suggesting some progress in addressing previous pest management challenges.