679 Van Siclen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

The two-family house at 679 Van Siclen Avenue in East New York, owned by Lennox Coleman, has experienced several notable issues over the past few years that potential and current tenants should be aware of. Most recently, in January 2024, there was a complaint about inadequate heat and hot water, though housing inspectors were unable to access the apartments for verification.

This complaint followed a documented emergency heat/hot water issue, marking the second heating-related incident in recent years, as the property had a similar problem reported in January 2015. Prior to these heating concerns, in June 2021, there was a complaint regarding an electric/gas range that was investigated but resulted in no violations being issued. The building's plumbing systems have faced significant regulatory scrutiny, particularly evident in 2019 when there was a violation related to plumbing work that resulted in a stop-work order due to the suspension of the master plumber's license associated with the project.

This violation, which was eventually dismissed in November 2023 when the stop-work order was rescinded, highlights the property's history with plumbing-related issues. While some of these incidents have been resolved, including the plumbing violation resolution, the recurring nature of the heating problems and the complexity of the plumbing situation may warrant attention. The building, constructed in 1925, is typical of its era with two stories and two units, though the age of the property may contribute to some of the maintenance challenges observed.