714 Belmont Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208
The three-story, two-family house at 714 Belmont Avenue in East New York, owned by Jean Somwaru, has experienced significant maintenance and safety issues since its construction in 2006. Most notably, there have been recurring heat and hot water problems, with emergency complaints filed in both 2024 and 2025, some of which resulted in violations. The building has also faced multiple housing code violations in 2024, including pest infestations (mice and roaches), ceiling damage, and issues with self-closing doors, though some of these violations were subsequently closed or resolved.
There is an active violation from June 2024 regarding roof leaks affecting an apartment ceiling. The property has a concerning history of occupancy issues, with multiple Environmental Control Board (ECB) violations between 2020-2021 related to occupancy without a valid certificate, with penalties totaling over $80,000 in active balances. These violations were associated with confirmed unauthorized occupancy of both floors. The building has experienced ongoing rodent issues, with multiple inspections showing rat activity between 2019 and 2022, though recent inspections in 2023 have shown improvement, passing one inspection and receiving bait treatment in another.
The Department of Buildings has also recorded several active violations related to the failure to certify corrections on immediately hazardous violations between 2020-2021. The most recent complaints and violations suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding heating systems, structural issues, and safety compliance, though there are indications of some recent improvements in pest control. The building's certificate of occupancy status appears to be a significant ongoing concern, with multiple active ECB violations indicating unauthorized occupancy despite previous penalties and violations. The property has also undergone various routine inspections and non-emergency complaints, including issues with appliances and ceiling conditions, indicating ongoing maintenance requirements.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 2 |
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Year built | 2006 |
Total area | 2136 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | 2 FAMILY HOUSE |

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