693 Pennsylvania Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
693 Pennsylvania Avenue is a 2-story, 4-unit New Law tenement building in East New York, built in 1923 and currently owned by Stephen Cobb. The property has experienced several maintenance issues in recent years, with the most significant cluster of problems occurring in April 2024, including multiple reports of appliance malfunctions (refrigerators and electric ranges), unsanitary conditions (pests and mold), water leaks, and window frame concerns.
A notable incident in November 2023 involved a power outage that resulted in violations. The building has also faced structural and safety compliance challenges, with open violations as of May 2024 related to building maintenance including brick and mortar repairs, and safety requirements such as posting gas leak procedures and smoke detector requirements in common areas. Recent rodent inspections show ongoing pest management efforts, with bait applied in February 2025 following previous rat activity in January 2025 and a failed inspection in November 2024.
Historical records indicate attempts to investigate illegal conversion and commercial use complaints in March 2020, though access was denied during inspections. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of recurring issues, particularly related to pest management, with multiple failed inspections between 2011-2012, though some compliance improvements were noted in later years. The property has a mix of open and closed violations as of mid-2024, ranging from structural concerns to safety compliance requirements, suggesting ongoing maintenance challenges that require attention.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 4 |
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Year built | 1923 |
Total area | 3116 sq ft |
Floors | 2 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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