279 Heberton Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10302

The two-family house at 279 Heberton Avenue in Port Richmond, owned by Gene Rabkin, has experienced numerous maintenance issues over the past several years, with particular concern in recent months. Most notably, in June 2025, multiple complaints were filed regarding unsanitary conditions (including garbage/recycling storage issues and pest problems), mold, and various electrical and plumbing concerns. While most of these complaints were closed after inspections, no violations were issued for some, and certain inspections could not be completed due to access issues.

The building has open violations from a November 2024 inspection of apartment 2, including multiple paint-related and maintenance issues requiring attention to various walls, ceilings, and door frames. Historical records show several significant building concerns, including a penalty from 2020 related to an unauthorized 3-car garage conversion that exceeded the approved 2-car garage dimensions. The property has experienced recurring rodent issues, with inspections in 2011 and 2025 showing both failures and successful compliance.

Multiple Department of Buildings complaints and violations have been recorded, including zoning and permit-related issues between 2019-2020, though most of these were ultimately resolved. Recent housing code complaints suggest ongoing maintenance and sanitation challenges, with a mixture of emergency and non-emergency classifications during 2025. While some recent inspections resulted in no violations, the pattern of complaints indicates ongoing maintenance concerns requiring attention.