4212 Barnes Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466

The three-unit building at 4212 Barnes Avenue in Wakefield, owned by James Paige, has experienced significant maintenance issues over the past year, most notably concerning heat and hot water systems. Between October 15, 2024, and January 5, 2025, there were ten documented incidents of heat and hot water complaints, with several occurring in close succession and maintaining an "emergency" status through 311 service requests and Housing Maintenance Code complaints.

During this period, HPD inspections were either attempted or conducted on multiple occasions, with violations being issued on October 17, 2024, and December 2024 regarding heat and hot water issues. The building currently has multiple open violations from October 2024 affecting Apartment 3, including concerns with safety systems (non-functional smoke and carbon monoxide detectors), plumbing issues (washbasin waste line obstruction, inadequate hot/cold water supply), and bathroom fixtures (defective faucets and toilet seat).

The most concerning violations from October 2024 include Class C citations for inadequate hot water supply and blocked access to the building's heating system, along with various other plumbing and safety issues that remain unresolved as of now. While there have been some instances where conditions were reportedly corrected (as noted in complaints from December 2024), the recurring nature of the heat and hot water problems suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The building, constructed in 1938 and classified as a converted Class A building, has shown particular vulnerability to heating system issues during the winter months, with multiple service requests indicating residents' concerns about basic utility services.