2911 Barnes Avenue, Bronx, NY 10467

The six-story, 96-unit building at 2911 Barnes Avenue in Allerton, built in 1931 and currently owned by Ved Parkash, has experienced persistent maintenance issues throughout recent years, with particular challenges in heating, plumbing, and elevator systems. As of early 2025, the building has active violations related to elevator service (specifically regarding single-device operation with no alternate service), cracked brick masonry on the east elevation, and multiple instances of failure to properly certify corrections of previous violations. A notable series of complaints in early 2025 involved plumbing issues with bathrooms and sinks, though these complaints were closed after inspection attempts.

The building has also faced repeated heating system problems, with multiple emergency complaints about heat and hot water in early 2025, though these were reportedly corrected after HPD intervention. Inspection records reveal ongoing concerns with building safety systems, including multiple violations regarding smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector functionality in apartment 12F, as well as issues with the building's exterior walls and appurtenances. The elevator system has been a particular point of concern, with numerous complaints throughout 2025 regarding its operation and safety features.

While there have been occasional rodent activity reports in recent years, the most recent inspections show improved conditions with one compliance pass in 2024. The building's maintenance history shows some improvements, with recent bedbug reports indicating zero infested units in the latest reporting period, though previous years had sporadic incidents in 2022-2024. Overall, the building's recent history has been marked by numerous maintenance challenges requiring ongoing attention from both management and city agencies.