247 Harman Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237

The 6-unit, 3-story tenement building at 247 Harman Street in Bushwick has experienced several significant issues over recent years. Most notably, there are serious ongoing concerns regarding building maintenance and safety compliance. As of 2025, the building has active violations related to failure to file required annual boiler inspection reports (current penalty $655) and multiple violations for failing to file external low-pressure inspection reports from 2019-2024. There are also unresolved 2021 violations concerning unauthorized reoccupancy of repair-ordered units in apartments 2L, 2R, and 3L, and issues with door closures, which received Class C violation status.

Recent inspections have revealed persistent pest control challenges, with multiple rodent activity reports and baiting interventions between 2023-2025. The building has a history of multiple maintenance complaints, including those related to doors, walls, and electrical systems, though most of these were resolved with no violations issued. There were also several construction-related enforcement actions, including complaints about work done without proper permits. The bedbug report filings from 2019-2024 show no recorded infestations during the reporting periods, indicating successful monitoring and management of this particular issue.

The property owner, Frank Palmeri, has had similar ownership history with previous violations related to various repairs and safety compliance, including fire safety concerns and interior maintenance issues. This detailed history suggests ongoing challenges with building maintenance and regulatory compliance, particularly concerning safety systems like the boiler and fire protection systems, as well as recurring pest control issues. While some specific maintenance complaints have been resolved, the frequency and variety of issues reported over the years indicate a pattern of building maintenance challenges. However, it's worth noting that recent bedbug reports show no infestations, and the building continues to operate and maintain records with the NYC Department of Buildings and HPD, indicating at least partial compliance with some regulatory requirements.