4636 White Plains Road, Bronx, NY 10470

The 3-story, 4-unit building at 4636 White Plains Road in Wakefield, owned by Clarence Gabriel and built in 1905, has a concerning history of maintenance issues, particularly regarding heat and hot water systems. Between 2020 and 2022, there were multiple emergency complaints about heating and hot water problems affecting both individual apartments and the entire building, with several inspections being unable to access units for verification. Notably, Apartment 2 has documented issues with both hot water and heating systems, including a current open violation from December 2020 for scalding hot water temperatures exceeding 130°F.

The building has experienced recurring problems with electrical wiring between 2021 and 2023, with four separate complaints regarding defective or exposed wiring. A significant environmental control board violation from October 2023 was issued for a defective sheetrock ceiling in the hair salon area due to water damage, with an active penalty of $3,125. In addition to these pressing issues, there are several unresolved violations from 2018 and 2023 that raise safety and compliance concerns, including inadequate heating systems, security issues with the building entrance door lock, and missing carbon monoxide detectors.

The property has had mixed results with rodent inspections, passing in late 2022 but failing in 2013 and 2014. While many complaints have been closed with no violations found upon inspection, the pattern of repeated heating, hot water, and electrical issues suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's owners have incurred multiple penalties for failure to comply with code requirements, with some violations listed as active with a balance due.