312 12th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215

312 12th Street is a 4-story, 20-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1914, currently owned by Jordan Davis and located in Brooklyn's South Slope neighborhood. The property has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past few years, with particular concerns around electrical systems and plumbing. Most recently, in March 2025, there were plumbing complaints regarding a basin/sink and water supply that required HPD intervention but could not be fully inspected. Earlier in 2025, the building faced heat and hot water issues affecting the entire structure in January, while a September 2023 water leak resulted in violations being issued. The building has a history of electrical problems, with multiple complaints in 2023 regarding wiring, lighting, and outlet issues, some of which inspectors were unable to access for proper evaluation.

Significant violations were recorded in 2024 related to mold and maintenance concerns in Apartment 16, including issues with the kitchen wall, window frame, and various repairs needed in both Apartments 16 and 2. The Department of Buildings records reveal several concerning patterns, including multiple failed inspection attempts for electrical systems in 2023 and 2025, and various enforcement actions regarding unpermitted work. Notable violations include a 2023 finding of improperly maintained flooring repairs in the kitchen posing a trip hazard, and an 2025 citation for incomplete electrical work. The building has faced multiple issues related to fire safety and facade maintenance, with violations for broken stucco and fire passageway obstructions. Historical data shows persistent electrical and plumbing system challenges, with multiple instances of work being performed without proper permits between 2020 and 2023.

While the building has shown some recent attention to compliance matters, as evidenced by permit issuances from 2019-2021 for various electrical and plumbing works, the frequency and nature of complaints suggest ongoing maintenance and safety concerns. The most recent bedbug reports (2021-2023) indicate minimal pest issues, with only one infested unit reported in 2021 that was subsequently eradicated. However, a 2022 rodent inspection showed rat activity, though this appears to have been addressed. The building's age and history of maintenance issues suggest that while some violations have been resolved through permitted work and inspections, there remain several open violations as of the latest information. These include mold-related issues, plaster repairs, and electrical system concerns that require ongoing monitoring and attention.