2913A Cruger Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467

The four-story, four-unit residential building at 2913A Cruger Avenue in Allerton, owned by Aleksander Lakaj and constructed in 2012, has experienced persistent maintenance issues over the past several years, particularly regarding heat and water systems. Most recently, in December 2024, multiple tenants reported heat and hot water problems, with these complaints marked as emergencies, though HPD was unable to gain access for inspections.

The building has a concerning pattern of heat and hot water complaints, with similar issues reported in 2024 (January), 2022, and earlier instances. A significant maintenance challenge was presented in early 2024 when Apartment 2 was found to have multiple violations, including lack of hot water, pest infestations (roaches and mice), inadequate heat supply, and issues with carbon monoxide detectors, though some of these violations were subsequently closed. There have also been recurring water-related issues, with heavy flow water leaks reported in 2023 (September), 2021, and various plumbing complaints over the years.

The building has faced additional challenges with its infrastructure, including a pavement issue reported in 2021 and recurring bedbug reporting compliance violations, with open citations from 2023 and 2024 related to the required annual bedbug reporting. While the property has successfully passed rodent inspections in 2017 and 2022, the overall record suggests ongoing concerns with building systems and maintenance, particularly affecting heat, water supply, and pest control. The most recent open violation as of April 2024 relates to the failure to file the annual bedbug report, and there are multiple other open violations from earlier inspections in 2024, including issues with the heating system access and various safety requirements in Apartment 2.