240 Benziger Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10301

The two-family house at 240 Benziger Avenue in St. George, owned by Gary Grinberg, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues since 2019. Most recently, in 2023, Apartment 1 was found to have both carbon monoxide safety violations and a cockroach infestation, though these violations were certified as addressed by August 2023.

The building has a documented history of rodent-related issues, with the most recent being a rat sighting in January 2023 and rat activity noted in late 2022. Previous violations from 2021 show a pattern of maintenance challenges, including a temporary heat/hot water outage that was reportedly resolved within days, and multiple violations requiring attention to refuse accumulation and plaster repairs in Apartment 1. The building's safety compliance history shows mixed results; while there have been several successful rodent inspections in 2013 and 2017, there have also been instances of failed inspections for "Other Reasons" in late 2012.

The property, constructed in 1920, has had recurring issues with carbon monoxide detector compliance, with violations noted in both 2019 and 2023 inspections. The pattern of violations primarily centers on Apartment 1, particularly in 2021 and 2023, suggesting that this unit has experienced the most documented maintenance challenges. While some violations have been addressed and closed, the building's inspection history shows alternating periods of compliance and violations, particularly regarding pest control, safety equipment, and general maintenance.