688 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11238

The three-story converted dwelling at 688 Washington Avenue in Prospect Heights, owned by Steven Kashanian, has experienced several notable events since 2018. Most recently, in June 2024, there was a closed 311 complaint regarding food worker hygiene that was addressed, and rodent inspections in 2025 and 2024 passed, though there was one recorded instance of rat activity in May 2023. The building underwent significant scrutiny and activity in 2019, with multiple Department of Buildings (DOB) complaints and Environmental Control Board (ECB) violations, including one where the fire escape access was obstructed, though this was subsequently resolved.

Several complaints were filed regarding construction-related issues, including work without proper permits and violations of construction documents, with associated penalties. Of particular concern was a heat and hot water complaint in February 2019, which could not be investigated due to lack of access to the affected apartments. The building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations from 2019 to 2024, with all annual reports showing zero infested units.

Multiple permits were issued between 2018 and 2019 for various work, including plumbing and electrical projects. During 2023 and 2024, the building underwent regular rodent inspections, with most passing, though the pattern of inspections suggests ongoing monitoring of pest control. While the property has faced various violations and complaints, many appear to have been addressed or resolved through proper channels, and recent bedbug and rodent inspection results indicate improved conditions in those areas. The most recent documented issues revolve around general maintenance and compliance with building codes, particularly during the construction period of 2018-2019, with fewer complaints recorded in the past few years.