2140 Barnes Avenue, Bronx, NY 10462

The six-story, 70-unit building at 2140 Barnes Avenue in Bronxdale, owned by Adam Parkoff, has experienced numerous maintenance issues over the past two years, with the most significant concerns centered around elevator service and heating systems. As of mid-2025, there are active complaints regarding window frame issues and pest problems, including reports of both rat activity and unsanitary mold conditions. The building has faced recurring elevator service interruptions, with multiple complaints about the single device on the property and no alternate service between 2023-2024, leading to Department of Buildings violations for failure to maintain equipment in a code-compliant manner.

In late 2024 and 2025, there have been notable issues with heat/hot water systems, including violations and complaints about heavy water leaks. The property has also struggled with rodent control, as evidenced by multiple baiting operations throughout 2024-2025 and reported rat activity. Recent inspection records from 2025 indicate ongoing concerns with building maintenance, including multiple Housing Maintenance Code complaints regarding paint/plaster issues, pest problems, and flooring concerns.

The building's history shows a pattern of heating system problems, with numerous complaints filed in early 2025 alone. While there have been some violations addressed, such as those related to an infestation in Apartment 517 that were certified as corrected by early 2025, several violations remain open, including issues with a window frame in Apartment 302. The building has maintained a bedbug-free record since 2020, with the most recent filings indicating no infested units. Multiple attempts to improve conditions have been documented, including the issuance of permits for new equipment installation in 2022, though the effectiveness of these measures appears limited given the persistence of various maintenance issues.