618 Rockaway Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212

This 2-family residence at 618 Rockaway Avenue in Brownsville, owned by Clarence Hamer, has experienced several significant maintenance issues, particularly during the winter months of late 2020-2021. The most pressing concerns during this period included multiple instances of heat and hot water problems, with violations noted for water temperatures exceeding the maximum allowed 130 degrees in both apartments, and various pest infestations (including roaches and mice) requiring attention. Apartment 1, in particular, faced multiple violations in January 2021, including water leak issues, conditions requiring cabinet repairs, and problems with window panes that needed replacement.

An electrical power outage was reported and investigated in early January 2021. The building was constructed in 2005 and consists of two stories. More recent history shows one complaint about site conditions endangering workers in January 2023, though no violations were issued upon inspection.

All violations from the 2020-2021 period have been officially closed, with the most recent inspection confirming resolution of previous concerns. These included repairs to plastered surfaces, window replacements, and remediation of pest infestations in Apartment 1, along with addressing water temperature control issues in both apartments. While the earlier period showed multiple emergency and non-emergency complaints and violations, the lack of recent complaints about core building systems or pest issues through 2023 may indicate improved maintenance practices, though prospective tenants should verify the current state of building systems and overall maintenance practices.