235 Irving Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

This 6-unit, 3-story Old Law Tenement building located at 235 Irving Avenue in Bushwick, owned by George Chiou, has experienced significant maintenance challenges since 2020. Of particular concern is an ongoing rodent infestation issue, with multiple documented sightings and rodent activity between 2024 and 2025, continuing despite repeated bait applications and inspections through mid-2025. The property has numerous active violations from 2021 and 2022 related to failure to correct previously issued violations, including safety concerns about blocked fire escapes and general building maintenance issues.

In 2024, the building had multiple documented issues requiring attention, including water leak problems, safety violations, and various building maintenance concerns. These were addressed through both HPD and DOHMH interventions, with some violations remaining open as of mid-2025. The building's history shows at least two notable concerns regarding egress safety, with complaints about locked or blocked exits in 2020 and 2021. There are also multiple Environmental Control Board violations with outstanding penalties, particularly related to failure to maintain the building in a code-compliant manner.

While some issues have been resolved, such as certain emergency violations from July 2024, many violations remain open as of the most recent inspections. The most recent inspections through July 2025 continue to show evidence of rat activity, suggesting persistent pest management challenges. The building, constructed in 1931, has demonstrated recurring maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most recent rodent inspections indicating ongoing challenges with pest management despite multiple bait applications and compliance inspections. The property has also had documented issues with building systems, including concerns about water leaks, door security, and general upkeep of common areas, as evidenced by multiple 311 complaints and HPD inspections.