436 Union Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211

The 6-unit, 3-story old law tenement building at 436 Union Avenue in Williamsburg, owned by Andrew Stronsky, has experienced several significant events in recent years, notably including a fire incident in 2022 that affected multiple apartments (2L, 3L, and 3R) and resulted in several open Class C violations regarding fire damage and proper repairs to affected areas. The building has ongoing open violations for failing to file its annual bedbug reports in 2023 and 2024, as well as a C violation from 2022 related to roofing repairs.

The property experienced multiple maintenance issues in 2022, including problems with flooring, windows, plumbing, unsanitary conditions with mold, electrical systems, and ceiling plaster, all of which were categorized as emergency complaints. There have been recurrent rodent activity inspections, with the most recent in January 2023 showing rat activity, despite earlier bait applications between 2018-2019. The building's recent history includes several construction-related concerns, with multiple Department of Buildings (DOB) violations related to pressure inspections and a summons in 2022 for structure damage due to construction operations from the adjacent property at 438 Union Avenue.

The property has also undergone various renovation phases, with permits issued between 2018-2024 for different maintenance and construction work, including emergency work in 2018-2019 and a new permit issued in December 2024. Compliance issues have been documented through multiple DOB inspections, showing a pattern of recurring maintenance challenges that require ongoing attention. While many violations have been resolved, several remain open as of 2025, including those related to fire damage repairs and safety compliance.