420 Rogers Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225

The 420 Rogers Avenue property, a 3-story, 4-unit building in Prospect-Lefferts Gardens owned by Ricardo Romero, has experienced several concerning issues in recent years, particularly during 2023-2025. The building has active violations for failing to file annual external low-pressure inspections from 2018-2023, which raises safety concerns about the building's systems.

An inspection from December 2023 revealed multiple significant issues in apartment 3F, including reports of roach and mice infestations, missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, inadequate heat supply, and other maintenance concerns. There were also violations noted regarding self-closing doors in the public hall, and roof leaks affecting the 3rd-story skylight area. The building has a documented pattern of electrical system problems, with multiple 311 complaints about power outages, lighting issues, and outlet problems, though most were investigated with no housing law violations found.

Several complaints about illegal conversions and work without permits have been filed between 2018 and 2025, with inspectors unable to gain access on multiple attempts, suggesting possible unauthorized modifications to the building. A health inspection regarding unsanitary animal conditions in December 2023 was also unable to gain access for inspection. While some complaints have been resolved, including a 2025 power outage investigation, the persistence of various open violations and the inability of inspectors to access the property during multiple investigations raises concerns about potential ongoing code compliance issues.