1373 East New York Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212

The 3-unit, 3-story tenement building at 1373 East New York Avenue in Brownsville, owned by Herman Grant, has experienced several significant maintenance issues since 2022. Most notably, there are currently multiple open violations related to fire safety equipment, including defective smoke and carbon monoxide detectors throughout the building, issues with the fire escape system, and improper fire egress caused by a problematic padlock installation.

In April 2022, the building faced multiple emergency-level complaints requiring immediate attention, including problems with stairs, doors, plumbing fixtures (including a broken waste pipe at the kitchen sink in Apartment 4), and various paint/plaster issues on walls and ceilings. While many of these complaints were initially addressed, including violations related to safety equipment and plumbing, several remain open as of 2024, including concerns regarding bedbug reporting compliance. The building's April 2022 inspection resulted in a series of violations primarily affecting Apartment 4 on the third floor, including issues with mechanical ventilation in the bathroom, roof leakage affecting the private hallway, and various other safety concerns.

The property has a documented history of accessibility and safety equipment challenges, with violations concerning fire escape functionality and emergency egress systems. While some repairs appear to have been completed, the persistence of certain open violations suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's location and age as a 1920 construction present typical tenement housing characteristics, but the concentrations of violations and complaints during 2022 indicate a period requiring substantial attention to basic safety and maintenance systems.