394 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

394 Van Siclen Avenue is a 2-family house located in East New York, built in 1901 and currently owned by Delroy Wright. The building has experienced persistent maintenance issues in recent years, particularly regarding water and sanitation problems. Between July and September 2024 alone, there were multiple complaints and violations related to unsanitary conditions, including mold and pest infestations, as well as multiple water leaks affecting the property.

The most recent inspection in September 2024 revealed open violations for pest infestations and significant mold conditions, alongside several other maintenance issues including problems with the bathroom flushing apparatus and kitchen cabinets. These ongoing issues have resulted in multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations, some of which remain open as of September 2024. The building has a history of concerning occupancy issues, with two illegal conversion complaints filed in 2018 and 2020 regarding an unauthorized Class "A" apartment in the cellar.

While there are records of these complaints being investigated, including a 2020 Environmental Control Board violation with a $2,500 penalty regarding unlawful gas installations and inadequate natural ventilation, the current status of these violations requires further clarification. The property has undergone various repairs and inspections, with documented rodent inspections in 2012 and 2019 showing compliance, though recent pest-related violations indicate ongoing management challenges. Despite some improvements, as evidenced by several closed violations, the building continues to face significant maintenance challenges that affect basic living conditions, with numerous open violations related to sanitation, water damage, and general maintenance as of the most recent inspection.