239 Cooper Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207

The two-family house at 239 Cooper Street in Bushwick, owned by Harry Gomez, has experienced numerous maintenance issues since 2022. The most recent concerns involve recurring heat and hot water problems, with emergency complaints filed in January 2025 that resulted in violations being issued.

Throughout 2023-2025, the building has faced persistent challenges with basic services, including multiple heating system failures, electricity issues (particularly lack of lighting), water-related problems including leaks and damp spots, and mold concerns. A significant cluster of violations was documented in October 2023 in Apartment 1, including defective carbon monoxide detectors, inadequate hot water supply, broken infrastructure requiring repair (including plumbing and electrical systems), and evidence of rodent infestation and vermin problems. The building's maintenance history shows varying compliance results for rodent inspections, with multiple instances of rat activity reported between 2022-2024, though the most recent inspections in 2024-2025 have shown passes.

While some non-emergency complaints have been addressed promptly, many violations remain open as of October 2023, particularly those relating to Apartment 1's basic systems and habitability requirements. Two Department of Buildings complaints from 2020 regarding illegal conversion and permit issues were closed due to inability to gain access for inspection. The property's documented issues suggest systemic maintenance challenges, with particular concern regarding the recurring nature of heating and electrical problems affecting resident comfort and safety.