1046 East 228th Street, Bronx, NY 10466

The two-family house at 1046 East 228th Street in Wakefield, owned by Ron Cohen, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, particularly relating to heat and hot water systems. Most notably, there have been two recent heat/hot water emergencies in March and February 2025, with the February incident affecting the entire building and resulting in HPD violations.

The building has faced multiple recurring problems since September 2024, including electrical issues (lighting problems), plumbing concerns (heavy water leak), and unsanitary conditions. Multiple violations were issued in September 2024 regarding garbage/recycling storage, pests, and electrical problems, though some inspections resulted in no violations being issued. The property has open violations as of September 2024 in Apartment 1, including issues with pest infestations (roaches and mice), water leaks, and various maintenance problems such as defective caulking around windows, a loose bathroom cabinet, and broken plaster surfaces in the kitchen.

The building has also been the subject of multiple complaints regarding illegal conversions and gas hook-up/piping concerns between September 2024 and December 2024, though inspectors were unable to gain access during multiple inspection attempts. Historical complaints dating back to 2019 also indicate access denial during an inspection regarding building permits. While some issues have been addressed or closed, several recent violations remain open, indicating ongoing maintenance challenges at the property.