204 Malcolm X Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The 8-unit, 4-story residential building at 204 Malcolm X Boulevard in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Azzam Obeid, has experienced several maintenance issues since its construction in 2020. The most recent cluster of problems occurred in mid-2024, including violations related to water leaks, heat/hot water issues, window frame problems, and mold concerns, with multiple complaints about paint/plaster conditions. Similar issues with window frames and mold were reported in April 2024, and while some violations were issued, others were closed without violations being found.

In terms of proactive maintenance, five separate violations were issued in 2023 for failure to file annual low pressure inspections for multiple years (2018-2022), though these violations were subsequently dismissed. Prior to occupancy, during construction in 2021-2022, there were several construction-related complaints, including work without proper permits and site conditions endangering workers, but these were mostly resolved or dismissed. The building's maintenance history shows ongoing attention to basic infrastructure needs, particularly regarding windows and water systems.

Notably, there have been no reported bedbug infestations since the building's opening, with the most recent bedbug report (for the period 2022-2023) showing zero affected units. The property has experienced periodic violations and complaints, primarily related to building maintenance and safety, but many of these have been promptly addressed through inspections and corrections, with the most recent building violations typically being resolved within one to three months. The most significant recent issues relate to the 2024 complaints about heating systems and water leaks, which were categorized as emergency situations, though specific violation details can be found on the NYC HPD website.