98 Jefferson Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206

The three-story, two-family house at 98 Jefferson Street in Bushwick, owned by Moses Karpen, has experienced recurring maintenance issues since its construction in 2008. Most recently, in mid-2024, the building faced water leak and window pane problems, both classified as emergency complaints and subsequently resolved. The property has documented multiple water-related issues, including heavy flow leaks in 2024 and 2020, which were investigated but did not result in violations.

Of particular concern is a cluster of open Housing Maintenance Code violations from July 2022 in Apartment 1, including infestations of mice and roaches, issues with carbon monoxide detectors, and problems with waste accumulation in the south yard. In December 2020, the building received violations for improper refuse storage on the rooftop, while in the same month, there were concerns about excessively hot water (over 130 degrees) in Apartment 2. The building's maintenance history shows patterns of rodent activity, with multiple inspections between 2022 and 2025 indicating persistent issues, though recent inspections in 2025 resulted in compliance passes.

While there have been no documented bedbug infestations since the reporting began in 2019, the property's overall maintenance record suggests ongoing challenges with basic infrastructure and pest control. Between 2020 and 2022, multiple complaints were filed regarding doors, windows, heat/hot water issues, and various water-related problems, though most were resolved without formal violations being issued. The most recent housing-related complaints demonstrate that while some issues are being addressed, the building continues to experience periodic maintenance challenges that affect resident comfort and safety.