23 Clifton Place, Brooklyn, NY 11238

23 Clifton Place is a two-family residential building located in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, constructed in 1874 and currently owned by Gerard Agard. The property has recently experienced significant maintenance issues, most notably in February 2024 when multiple violations were documented following a reported mold problem.

These violations, both Class A and Class B, primarily affect the second-story Apartment 3 and common areas, including issues with water leaks affecting ceilings, broken plaster and paint requirements, mold presence in the private hallway, and multiple problems with window counterbalances. The building is also experiencing ongoing problems with public area maintenance, including defective light fixtures, ceiling plaster issues, and a loose banister in the second-story public hall.

The structure's maintenance history shows a pattern of unresolved violations, with several listed as "open" statuses as of July 2025, including problems with public hall lighting and fire retardant materials. While the building passed a rodent inspection in August 2017, the most pressing current concerns relate to the combination of moisture-related issues (including mold), general maintenance deficiencies, and safety-related problems such as the loose banister situation. These recent events, particularly the mold issues and multiple open violations requiring repairs, suggest that the building is currently facing significant maintenance challenges that impact both resident safety and comfort.