182 Graham Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206

The four-story, six-unit residential building at 182 Graham Avenue in Williamsburg, owned by Albert Gerena and built in 1920, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there are multiple *active* violations related to building safety equipment, including problems with carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and ceiling repairs in Apartment 3A from July 2024.

The building has recurring electrical problems, including a "No Lighting" violation issued in June 2025, and water leak issues have been documented through multiple complaints and violations, particularly affecting the ceiling in Apartment 3A. Recent inspections have revealed multiple violations regarding a defective sidewalk shed, with penalties totaling up to $27,000 imposed in 2024-2025 for safety concerns and expired permits. The property has a history of various infrastructure and safety issues, including multiple complaints about ceiling paint/plaster conditions and heating/hot water problems.

While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the past two years, rodent activity has been documented through several inspections in 2024. The building also has several *active* violations regarding the failure to conduct required external low-pressure inspections from 2018 to 2023. In 2024, the Department of Buildings issued multiple violations for the sidewalk shed's safety and permit compliance, with penalties ranging from $1,250 to $10,000, highlighting ongoing concerns about building maintenance and resident safety.