2012 Benedict Avenue, Bronx, NY 10462

The three-story, two-family house at 2012 Benedict Avenue in Parkchester, built in 1930 and owned by Arihay Kaikov, has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent years, particularly in 2025. The building has faced multiple heating system failures, with six separate complaints regarding heat and hot water problems between December 2022 and 2025, including several instances of insufficient heat in Apartment 2.

March 2025 was particularly problematic, with complaints about power outages and multiple heating system failures leading to HPD violations. The building's boiler system has presented serious concerns, with two Infractions documented in late 2022 and October 2024 citing defective equipment and safety issues, including exposed wiring and inadequate fireproofing, resulting in two active Environmental Control Board violations with $6,250 in combined penalties. Historical records indicate persistent rodent control challenges, especially during 2014-2017, with multiple failed inspections.

The building's infrastructure issues are not limited to heating; there have been recent concerns about water damage, as evidenced by a ceiling plaster complaint in April 2025 that resulted in HPD violations. Additionally, there were complaints about illegal conversions and boiler problems documented through the Department of Buildings in late 2024 to early 2025, with violations served. While some of these issues have been closed through inspections and repairs, the pattern of heating system failures, water damage, and boiler problems suggests ongoing maintenance challenges affecting resident comfort and safety.