79 Ashford Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207

79 Ashford Street is a two-family residence located in Cypress Hills, built in 1910 and currently owned by Michael Yehounatan. The building has experienced several significant issues over the past few years, most notably a serious incident in late 2021 when a fire caused substantial damage to the premises and resulted in a vacate order. While this violation was later dismissed and the order rescinded in August 2024, the fire's impact was substantial enough to trigger additional safety concerns.

Throughout 2021-2022, there were multiple safety-related complaints, including issues with carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, and broken window guards, many of which resulted in HPD violations. The building has also faced ongoing maintenance challenges, with multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions, including rodent infestations in late 2021-2022 that resulted in multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations, particularly in the 2NDFL and Floor 2 apartments. Other maintenance issues documented during this period included problems with windows, walls, and various appliances. The most recent records show some improvement, with several violations being certified as corrected in 2024.

However, the building's history suggests recurring maintenance challenges, particularly regarding safety systems like detectors and window guards. The property has also undergone multiple rodent inspections between 2012 and 2021, with varying results, though the most recent inspection in 2021 indicated rat activity. In 2022, there were concerns about building structural stability, though these complaints were ultimately determined to have no violations warranted upon inspection. While the most recent records indicate some progress in addressing past issues, the building's historical data shows a pattern of safety and maintenance challenges that have required multiple interventions from various city agencies over the past several years.