510 Amboy Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212

The two-story, four-unit tenement building at 510 Amboy Street in Brownsville, owned by Charles Barrett, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past two years. Most recently, in August 2024, multiple emergency complaints were filed regarding unsanitary conditions (including mold and pests), door and window issues, and safety concerns with a broken window guard.

In October 2023, violations were documented concerning a bathtub/shower plumbing issue, ceiling problems requiring attention to paint/plaster, and window frame concerns, though no violations were issued for other complaints during that inspection period. The building has several open violations that require attention, including a bedbug reporting requirement dating back to March 2023, and various maintenance issues documented in October 2023 specifically related to Apartment 2R.

These include problems with the roof causing leaks in the pantry, a defective window causing a cut hazard in the foyer, broken plaster surfaces and paint issues in the pantry ceiling, defective door knob problems, and concerns with the window frame in the bathroom. The property has experienced recurring issues with unsanitary conditions, as evidenced by multiple pest and mold complaints, and various door/window maintenance needs. While many complaints have been inspected and closed without violations being issued, there are still several open violations on record that suggest ongoing maintenance challenges for this 1930s tenement building.