444 12th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215

The 7-story apartment building at 444 12th Street in South Slope, owned by Devon Williams, was constructed in 1881 and contains 37 units. The property has experienced recurring issues with garbage and recycling storage, with multiple complaints filed in January 2023 that were only closed in September 2023 following HPD inspections that found no violations. Concerns about indoor air quality due to chemical vapors/gases/odors were reported in 2022 and 2020, with the 2022 complaint resulting in an advisory to the owner.

The building is currently facing administrative challenges with several active violations related to Benchmarking and FISP reporting requirements as of 2024, including a failure to file the required energy use report and Cycle 9B technical report. Recent inspection records show variable compliance with local laws, including a 2024 inspection for Local Law 188/17 compliance that required Oath Violation service, though subsequent compliance inspections in 2024 found no violations. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with no reported cases in the past eight reporting periods from 2018 through 2024.

Historical data reveals some infrastructure concerns, including a 2021 violation for work conducted without a permit regarding an AC system installation on a balcony, and a 2021 violation regarding exterior building wall maintenance. Multiple permits were issued between 2018 and 2021 for various renovation and maintenance work, suggesting ongoing property upkeep activities. In summary, while 444 12th Street has maintained a generally stable living environment with no major safety incidents or pest problems, recent administrative violations and recurring waste management issues indicate areas requiring continued attention. The building's age and history of permits suggest ongoing maintenance and compliance with various housing regulations, though there are some gaps in timely reporting that have resulted in active violations as of 2024.