199 Howard Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11233

199 Howard Avenue is a 4-story, 6-unit residential building located in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, constructed in 1905 and currently owned by Nasr Maazab. The property has experienced recurring maintenance and safety issues over the past several years, with the most pressing concerns being rat activity, as evidenced by inspection results in 2025 and 2024. There are three open violations from 2023-2024 related to the failure to file bedbug reports, broken entrance door lock, and an encumbered public hall space.

The building has a history of electrical and water-related problems, including an active Environmental Control Board violation from 2022 regarding unpermitted electrical work and another concerning water damage and maintenance issues. Multiple housing maintenance complaints were filed in 2021, including concerns about mold, pests, smoke detectors, and window frames, with some resulting in issued violations. The property has also faced issues with building safety systems, including an open violation from 2023 regarding the annual low-pressure inspection filings. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance, with several instances where inspectors were unable to gain access to verify complaints.

There have been multiple complaints about work being done without proper permits, with inspections in 2022 primarily focusing on unauthorized electrical work in Apartment 3R. The most recent health inspection in 2025 resulted in findings of rodent activity, continuing a concerning trend of pest issues at the property. While some past violations have been resolved, including various repairs to walls, windows, and appliances, there remain several open issues that suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's age and history of violations indicate the need for continued oversight of property maintenance and safety compliance.