705 Schenck Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

The 2-family house at 705 Schenck Avenue in East New York, owned by Karla Correa and built in 1920, has experienced persistent maintenance challenges, particularly in its second apartment. Most recently, in March 2024, the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) issued multiple violations in Apartment 2 for infestations of mice and roaches, and for mold conditions affecting the bathroom ceiling. These issues appear to represent an ongoing pattern, with multiple 311 service requests and Housing Maintenance Code complaints throughout 2023-2024 specifically documenting unsanitary conditions related to pests and mold.

Notably, between November 2023 and March 2024, there were at least eight documented incidents involving pests (including multiple violations), and three instances of mold-related issues, with some complaints resulting in issued violations. The building has also faced ventilation system problems, with complaints filed in November 2023 and August 2023 about mechanical vents in the bathroom, leading to violations that remain open as of March 2024. Historical records show a concerning pattern of rodent-related inspections between 2010 and 2016, with multiple failures documented during this period, though the most recent inspections have not been included in the current data set. The building's maintenance history reveals significant ongoing challenges with basic habitability standards, particularly in maintaining a pest-free and mold-free environment.

The most recent violations from March 2024 specifically cite infestations of both mice and roaches in Apartment 2, along with visible mold in the bathroom. Previous complaints dating back to late 2023 and early 2024 have resulted in both emergency and non-emergency responses from HPD, with varying outcomes including both violations and closed complaints. The property has also experienced ventilation issues, with complaints about bathroom ventilation systems remaining unresolved as of early 2024. While some complaints from late 2023 resulted in no violations being issued, the overall number and nature of complaints suggest ongoing challenges with building maintenance and habitability standards.