479 Sheffield Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

The 4-unit, 2-story New Law tenement building at 479 Sheffield Avenue in East New York, owned by Shahram Sharaf and constructed in 1930, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in July 2024, the building encountered water-related problems with both a heavy flow water leak and steam pipe/riser issues that required immediate attention, with violations issued in the former case. The building has faced recurring maintenance challenges, including multiple door and window issues between 2021-2024, appliance problems (gas/electric range), and general maintenance concerns like intercom system malfunctions.

In April 2024, the Department of Housing Preservation and Development issued multiple violations related to Apartment 2F, including problems with peeling paint, roof leaks, and defective plastered surfaces. The building experienced several concerning structural complaints in early 2022, including issues with building shaking, vibrating, and stability concerns, along with reports of bulging or cracked walls and excessive debris, though access for inspection was not granted on multiple attempts. The property has documented building envelope maintenance issues, with violations in 2022 regarding missing bricks and coping at the parapet, though these were later dismissed as corrected.

An environmental violation was recorded in April 2022 for failure to maintain building walls, with detached masonry observed during inspection. Earlier maintenance history includes various improvements and corrections, with rodent inspections in 2011 and 2012 showing no issues. The building has undergone multiple repairs and corrections over the years, with most recent violations from 2024 being certified as corrected by August 2024. While many issues have been addressed through inspections and repairs, the frequency and nature of plumbing, structural, and maintenance problems suggest ongoing building systems challenges that require regular attention.