1744 Pitkin Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212

1744 Pitkin Avenue is a 3-story, converted New Law tenement building located in Brownsville, owned by Polly Mizrahi and containing 3 residential units. The building, constructed in 1930, has experienced several recurring maintenance and safety issues, most notably in August 2023 when multiple complaints were filed regarding unsanitary conditions, electrical problems, and safety concerns. These included violations related to mold, pests (roach infestation), lighting issues, and non-functioning carbon monoxide and smoke detectors in Apartment 2 on the second floor. The building has also faced significant infrastructure challenges, as evidenced by open Department of Buildings violations from 2019-2022 regarding an allegedly re-occupied front apartment and structurally compromised conditions.

The property has an extensive history of mechanical and safety violations, including three active ECB violations as of 2024 concerning failures to comply with prior commissioner's orders related to the boiler room and backflow system. Past issues include a 2021 complaint about no fresh air in the boiler room, an improperly blocked egress in 2019, and concerns about illegal conversions. The building's plumbing and heating systems have prompted multiple citations, with violations related to defective piping, oil pump leaks, and backflow discharge issues. While some violations have been resolved, such as broken light fixtures and defective doors, others remain open or have re-emerged, including recent complaints from 2023 about unsanitary conditions and safety equipment.

The building's pest control history shows previous rodent activity in 2017, though subsequent inspections resulted in "bait applied" findings. Recent permit activity includes several electrical and plumbing permits issued between 2018-2023, with the latest filed in June 2023. Despite these ongoing maintenance and compliance issues, the building has achieved some resolution to specific violations, as evidenced by closed status on many complaints, though some remain active or open. The pattern of violations, particularly those related to safety equipment, electrical systems, and plumbing, suggests persistent maintenance challenges within the building, requiring ongoing attention to ensure resident safety and comfort.