321 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

The two-story, three-unit building at 321 Van Siclen Avenue in East New York, owned by Cecilia Lin, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most pressing concerns relating to mold and water damage. Most recently, in September 2024, multiple violations were documented regarding mold and water damage in the second-story bulkhead area, including problems with ceiling and wall conditions, a leaking roof, and defective fire-retardant materials. These issues appear to be continuing from earlier complaints, with a similar mold-related emergency reported in July 2024.

The building has a documented history of heat and hot water system problems, particularly noticeable during late 2018, when several emergency complaints were filed and some resulted in violations. The property has also faced challenges with building access for inspections, as evidenced by multiple instances in 2019 when inspectors were unable to gain entry to verify reported conditions, including heating system functionality and door issues. Other maintenance concerns have included garbage storage problems (resulting in violations in October 2018), door/window repairs, and various infrastructure issues such as an inspection in 2024 noting problems with self-closing doors at both the building entrance and bulkhead areas.

Recent environmental violations from early 2023 indicated excessive debris in the rear yard, generating a fire hazard, for which a $2,500 penalty was imposed and subsequently resolved. While there have been some efforts to address these issues, as indicated by closed complaints and violation resolutions, several conditions remain open as of the latest inspections, particularly regarding mold, water damage, and door-related concerns. The building's age (built in 1910) and history of multiple violation categories suggest ongoing maintenance challenges typical of older NYC tenements.