319 Evergreen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The two-family house at 319 Evergreen Avenue in Bushwick, owned by Jose Marmolejos, has experienced several notable issues since 2019 that warrant attention. Most concerning are recent rodent problems, with inspections in March and April 2025 confirming rat activity, following two consecutive years of passing inspections. The building has faced recurring safety concerns, particularly in late 2022 when both smoke and carbon monoxide detector issues were reported, though no violations were ultimately issued.

A 2022 heat/hot water complaint regarding excessive temperatures in the 1st floor apartment also resulted in an inspection, which confirmed a violation for hot water exceeding 130 degrees. Earlier, in December 2019, the property was cited for multiple non-emergency maintenance issues, including flooring, staircase, and various paint/plaster problems in the 1st floor apartment, with some of these violations remaining open as of recent records. The building's history includes both closed and open violations under the Housing Maintenance Code, particularly affecting the 1st floor apartment, with issues ranging from broken floors and radiators to water leaks and plaster damage, though recent inspections have shown these violations to be generally addressed.

The two-story, two-unit building, constructed in 1901, has shown mixed maintenance responses, with several emergency complaints in recent years being resolved without violations being issued, including the 2022 safety and heat complaints. The property has undergone various inspections and repairs, with some violations being certified as corrected, such as the radiator and water leak issues from 2019-2020. While the building has passed multiple rodent inspections between 2022 and 2024, the recent rat activity findings in 2025 indicate a persistent pest control challenge. The inspection records suggest a pattern of addressing issues promptly when violations are issued, though some systemic maintenance concerns have persisted over time, particularly regarding the 1st floor unit's condition.