676 Georgia Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

This two-family house at 676 Georgia Avenue in East New York, owned by Maya Cox, has a century-old history highlighted by several concerning issues in recent years. Most notably, in August 2024, there was a series of complaints regarding indoor air quality, specifically dust from construction, which prompted multiple investigations by the NYC Health Department.

The building is currently facing potential regulatory scrutiny, with three significant Department of Buildings complaints from August 2024: one regarding illegal after-hours work (closed with no violation), an illegal conversion (with Oath violation served), and work done without proper permits (requirement to refer to another complaint). Historical data from 2021 shows a pattern of maintenance challenges, including multiple power outages (with one in October 2021 issuing violations), unsanitary conditions involving mold, heat and hot water issues (involving difficulty accessing apartments for inspection), and a water leak with heavy flow.

While some of these issues received prompt attention from the Department of Housing Preservation and Development, with inspections finding no violations in certain cases, they indicate a building that has faced recurring maintenance and safety concerns. The most recent documented issue prior to the current construction-related complaints was a safety concern regarding carbon monoxide detectors in August 2024, though inspectors were unable to gain access for verification. The building's age (constructed in 1901) and its current regulatory situation regarding possible illegal conversion and unpermitted work suggest careful attention to ongoing compliance matters.