Colton, Tong tour Bensonhurst building after resident complaints
After several months of dealing with what they contend are unsanitary conditions at 8750 Bay Parkway, residents—disgusted with excess trash, pests and other building maintenance issues—have put their foot down and asked for help, and, in so doing, have shined a light on the issue of irresponsible landlords.
Assemblymember William Colton and District Leader Nancy Tong took to the six-story apartment building on Thursday, July 23 to help residents – over 25 of whom had made complaints.
How bad is it? Apartable.com lists 333 issues reported by tenants, including lack of heat and hot water in January, 2015; peeling and flaking paint; bedbugs, mice, roaches and other vermin; leaks; mold; and broken intercoms.