5214 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11220

The two-family house at 5214 4th Avenue in Sunset Park, owned by Kam Kong, was built in 1920 and has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in 2023, the building received multiple violations related to apartment 2 that require attention, including concerns about lead-based paint, visible mold conditions in the bathroom, and various paint-related issues on walls and window frames.

The building has a documented history of water-related problems, with three separate water leak complaints filed in July 2021 (heavy flow, slow leak, and damp spot), and these issues were subsequently addressed through the issuance of violations. In early 2024, a plumbing-related complaint regarding sewer issues was filed, though inspectors were unable to gain access to assess the problem.

The property also experienced structural concerns in mid-2024, when debris issues were reported and subsequently investigated, leading to a violation being served regarding dislodged stucco affecting an adjacent property at 5216 4th Avenue, though this violation was later dismissed after confirming the awning repair. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of plumbing, water-related, and interior maintenance issues, with violations being issued in various building systems including ventilation, plumbing, and general maintenance. While some historical complaints were resolved without violations being issued, such as a sink issue in July 2021, the frequency and variety of complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges within the building.