436 Evergreen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The 8-unit, 4-story building at 436 Evergreen Avenue in Bushwick, owned by Linda Vera, has a documented history of maintenance issues and inspections since its construction as a New Law Tenement in 1931. Most notably, there have been recurring heating system problems, with multiple emergency complaints about heat and hot water affecting the entire building in January 2022, though some complaints were duplicates of others.

The building has also faced infrastructure challenges, including water leaks, plumbing issues, and various repair needs documented in 2019, when violations were issued for problems with the ceiling, window frame, cabinet, and paint/plaster conditions. More recent concerns include rodent activity, with inspections in 2024 and 2025 showing continuous evidence of rat presence, though the building previously passed rodent inspections in 2023-2024, suggesting ongoing pest management challenges. The building's maintenance history shows some attention to safety systems, with violations recorded in 2019 regarding carbon monoxide and smoke detector issues in Apartment 1, though these were certified as corrected in early 2020.

A 2022 boiler-related violation remained active with a $500 penalty, related to improper heating system signage. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations in recent years, with all annual reports from 2020 to 2025 showing zero infested units. While the building has undergone various repairs and inspections over the years, the ongoing issues with heating systems, water infrastructure, and pest management suggest persistent maintenance challenges that affect resident comfort and safety.