1605 East 172nd Street, Bronx, NY 10472

The two-story, four-unit building at 1605 East 172nd Street in Parkchester, owned by Rohan Holt, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over the past two years. Most notably, there are active violations from December 2024 concerning lead-based paint hazards in Apartment 2R, specifically affecting the bathroom ceiling and kitchen south wall. The building has faced recurring heat and hot water problems, with violations issued in both October and December 2024, though some corrections were verified through tenant interviews.

Recent complaints in 2025 have documented unsanitary conditions related to pests, and various maintenance issues including problems with flooring, windows, and plumbing. The property has a concerning history of unpermitted modifications, with multiple illegal conversion complaints filed between 2019 and 2023, though inspections often encountered access issues. Two active Environmental Control Board violations from September 2023 remain unresolved, specifically citing the illegal creation of a Class "A" apartment in the cellar with inadequate lighting and ventilation, carrying penalties of $2,500 and $6,250 respectively.

There have been multiple service requests related to basic infrastructure issues, including an emergency refrigerator complaint in December 2024 and violations for inadequate lighting in public areas. Notably, the building has consistently passed rodent inspections from 2010 through 2018, though recent pest complaints suggest a potential re-emergence of this issue. The property has also faced various maintenance challenges in common areas, with violations recorded for inadequate building lighting, hot water supply issues, and general maintenance deficiencies in 2024, though many of these violations have been closed following corrective actions.