352 Montauk Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208

The two-family house at 352 Montauk Avenue in East New York, owned by Luhai Lin, has a complex history since its construction in 2003. Most notably, in late 2020 through early 2021, the property experienced multiple maintenance issues including paint/plaster problems on walls and ceilings, sewage issues, pest infestations, and a significant water leak, though no violations were ultimately issued for these complaints. A significant legal matter arose regarding the building's occupancy status, with an illegal conversion case filed in December 2020 leading to multiple violations in early 2021.

These violations indicated unauthorized use of the cellar as a dwelling space, including unauthorized plumbing and gas installations, and an illegal sliding bolt lock on the rear yard door. The property was formally cited for occupancy violations in February 2021, with additional Environmental Control Board violations issued between March and November 2021 related to failure to comply with correction orders, resulting in penalties totaling $25,000. The building has had some positive developments in recent years, with no reported pest infestations or rodent issues since 2012, as evidenced by the most recent bedbug report from March 2025 showing zero infested units.

However, significant open violations remain from 2021, including issues related to illegal conversions and occupancy that were initially classified as Class B and C violations under the Administrative Code. The property has undergone various inspections and received multiple citations for improper use of cellar space, including unauthorized cooking facilities and living quarters, though many of these violations were eventually closed. While recent bedbug and rodent inspections show the building is currently free of these specific issues, the outstanding violations from 2021, including the requirement to file proper plans and applications regarding the conversion from a private to multiple dwelling use, represent the most significant lingering concern from the property's recent history.