188 Schaefer Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207
The 6-unit, 3-story tenement at 188 Schaefer Street in Bushwick, built in 1910 and currently owned by Abdool Ali, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in June 2024, the building faced multiple water-related problems, with violations recorded for heavy flow leaks, damp spots, and mold conditions primarily affecting Apartment 3L.
This same apartment is currently under open violations for ceiling and wall plaster repair needs, as well as carbon monoxide detector issues, following a June 2024 inspection. The property has a concerning pattern of water-related issues, with similar complaints recorded in July 2022. Additionally, there are multiple active Department of Buildings violations related to failure to file external low-pressure inspections from 2018 through 2023, suggesting potential safety equipment maintenance neglect.
The building's maintenance history also shows various other issues requiring attention, including electrical problems (lighting and outlets) in 2022, and ceiling plaster and range appliance concerns in 2022 and 2024 respectively. While the property has passed rodent inspections in 2012, 2016, 2022, and 2024, indicating no pest control issues, the frequency and nature of the plumbing, mold, and maintenance violations suggest ongoing challenges with building upkeep. Two bedbug report violations were issued in March and April 2023, though these appear to be related to administrative filing requirements rather than confirmed infestations.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 6 |
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Year built | 1910 |
Total area | 4729 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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