252 South 3rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211

The four-story, three-unit residential building at 252 South 3rd Street in Williamsburg, owned by Paul Henry, has experienced recurring plumbing and water-related issues since its construction in 2014. Most recently, in August 2024, the building has open violations related to water leakage and mold in apartment 3, with inspections revealing problems including a leaking roof, damaged plaster surfaces, and mold conditions affecting both the ceiling and walls.

The building has a documented history of plumbing and water supply complaints, with at least four separate incidents reported between 2021 and 2024, including slow leaks that persisted through multiple service requests. Other notable concerns include ventilation issues documented in 2021, with complaints about both general ventilation systems and indoor air quality. A safety-related incident involving smoke detectors was reported in September 2021, though access for inspection was not granted.

The building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with mandatory reports from 2019 through 2024 consistently showing zero infested, eradicated, or re-infested units. Administrative violations related to safety notices and registration requirements were issued in July 2021, but these appear to have been resolved by January 2024. The building's maintenance record shows a pattern of reactive rather than preventive maintenance, with multiple complaints about similar issues suggesting ongoing structural or systems deficiencies that affect resident comfort and safety.