417 Menahan Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237

The three-story, six-unit tenement building at 417 Menahan Street in Bushwick, owned by Hany Mahmoud, has experienced numerous maintenance issues over the past several years, with particularly concerning conditions emerging in 2024-2025. As of summer 2025, the building has open violations related to both plumbing and environmental control issues, including actively reported problems with uninhabitable living conditions in apartment 2B, featuring disrepair in bathrooms, electrical wiring concerns, and excessive debris. The unit is notable for a series of failed inspections and service requests in late 2024, where multiple HPD inspections were either attempted but not completed or found no violations after inspection.

The property has a significant history of infrastructure issues, with documented problems including electrical problems (multiple instances of no lighting), water leaks, and various plumbing emergencies throughout 2024-2025. There are serious safety concerns noted in recent inspections, including exposed electrical wiring, defective smoke detectors, and water closet issues in apartment 2B. The building has experienced recurring rodent activity, with multiple rat sightings documented between 2022 and 2024, though a March 2025 inspection showed compliance.

Several complaints about egress blockages and unauthorized work have been filed, with some resulting in Oath Violations. Environmental control board violations from 2024 indicate severe building conditions, including compromised fire stopping materials. While the building's age (built in 1931) means some wear and tear is expected, the pattern of ongoing maintenance issues and safety concerns suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep and resident comfort.