210 Pennsylvania Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

The two-family house at 210 Pennsylvania Avenue in East New York, owned by Ketty Dorval, has experienced a series of concerning maintenance issues over the past several years. Most notably, there has been a recurring pest problem, with three documented complaints about unsanitary conditions related to pests between December 2022 and October 2022. These complaints resulted in violations from the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD).

In late 2020, the building faced multiple significant issues, including heating problems with inadequate heat or hot water documented through three separate complaints in November and December, along with other maintenance concerns including flooring problems, mold, and wall condition issues. While some violations were addressed, HPD inspections were often hampered by the department's inability to gain access to the apartments for verification. The building has also had two complaints to the Department of Buildings in late 2020 regarding illegal construction work and possible unauthorized commercial use, though in both cases inspectors were unable to gain access to verify the reported conditions.

The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of access issues for inspectors, particularly during the 2020 complaints, which limits the available data on the resolution of various problems. While some violations were officially documented and resolved, including heating and pest-related issues, the recurring nature of the complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. The most recent documented issues from 2022 primarily involved pest problems, with violations issued that were subsequently closed in February 2023. The age of the building (constructed in 1901) and its relatively small size (three units) may present unique maintenance challenges, but the persistent history of complaints suggests that some structural and maintenance issues may require ongoing attention.