3914 8th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11232

The 8-unit, 6-story residential building at 3914 8th Avenue in Sunset Park, owned by Gangwing Li and completed in 2013, has experienced several notable issues in recent years. Most concerning are the recent structural and safety concerns from May 2025, including the discovery of unauthorized metal stairs between floors, removal of fire safety materials, and significant flooding damage in the cellar and first floor areas following firefighting operations. The building is currently under active violations regarding these conditions.

Additionally, in mid-2024, multiple maintenance issues were reported and required HPD inspection including problems with garbage/recycling storage, doors, the elevator, general signage, and a fire escape, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify these conditions. The building has a documented history of elevator reliability issues, with multiple complaints about the single device service between 2020 and 2021, though inspections found no violations at those times. Earlier violations from 2018 were more focused on unit 6F, where issues including non-functional smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, roof leaks, mold presence, and window guard deficiencies were identified and subsequently addressed.

The property has also undergone regular bedbug reporting requirements, with the most recent report from 2022 showing no infestation during the 2020-2021 reporting period. A rodent inspection in 2018 indicated rat activity, while an earlier 2017 inspection passed. The building's recent history suggests ongoing maintenance and safety compliance challenges, particularly regarding structural integrity and general upkeep.