202 New Jersey Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

The two-family house at 202 New Jersey Avenue in East New York, owned by Daniel Azizian, is a 2-story, 3-unit building constructed in 1901. The property has experienced several significant maintenance issues, most notably in 2021 when multiple emergency complaints were filed regarding unsanitary conditions, including recurring mold problems, water leaks, electrical outlet issues, and safety concerns related to broken window guards.

These complaints prompted inspections by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development, though no violations were ultimately issued. Subsequent investigations revealed additional problems, including plumbing issues in the bathtub/shower, wall damage requiring paint/plaster work, and pest infestations. A major regulatory concern emerged regarding the building's occupancy status, as evidenced by Environmental Control Board violations issued in 2021 and 2024, indicating the illegal conversion of the property from a legal 2-family to a 3-family dwelling with an unauthorized basement apartment.

This situation is reflected in open Housing Maintenance Code violations from 2021 related to unauthorized living spaces and plumbing fixtures in the cellar. The building's most recent inspection in 2023 identified a safety issue with a loose scuttle ladder in the public stair area, though this violation was certified as corrected in December 2023. On a positive note, the building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug and rodent issues over the past three years, with no reported infestations or violations in these areas.