774 Hendrix Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207

The 4-unit, 2-story residential building at 774 Hendrix Street in East New York, owned by Israel Fastag, has experienced significant maintenance issues throughout 2024-2025, with particular concerns regarding water damage and pest problems. Most recently, in June 2025, multiple complaints were recorded regarding unsanitary conditions related to pests, though not all these complaints resulted in violations.

These recent issues followed several building-wide maintenance concerns documented in early 2025, including reports of mold, water leaks, lighting problems, and garbage storage issues, with some violations issued that required correction within specified timeframes. The building has a history of violations dating back to 2024, particularly affecting Apartment 4, which has open violations related to mold, water damage, and maintenance issues as of 2024, including problems with plaster surfaces and paint uniformity.

The property previously faced serious concerns in 2018 regarding illegal unit modifications, with inspectors documenting the unauthorized conversion of the cellar space into two one-bedroom apartments, though this violation was resolved with a civil penalty imposed. While the building's management has generally complied with rodent inspections—passing multiple inspections between 2011-2020—the property's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with water-related issues, as evidenced by repeated complaints and violations regarding leaks and dampness in various units. The building's age (constructed in 1930) and designation as a "New Law Tenement" may contribute to these persistent infrastructure challenges.