429 De Witt Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

The two-family house at 429 De Witt Avenue in East New York, owned by Valena Haye, has experienced recurring maintenance issues since its construction in 2004. Most notably, between late 2022 and early 2025, there have been multiple confirmed problems with heat and hot water across both individual apartments and the entire building, with at least six separate complaints requiring HPD inspection.

The building also suffered from various other significant issues in late 2022, including pest infestations, electrical problems, water supply concerns, and appliance malfunctions, with multiple violations issued regarding these conditions. The property is currently facing alarming recent complaints, with a dog-related sanitary issue reported to the Department of Health in May 2025 and additional heat/hot water problems in February 2025, though inspectors were unable to access the premises for verification.

The building has an open sequence of violations from December 2022 primarily affecting the first-floor apartment (Apartment 1), including issues with heat supply, water leaks, pest infestations, and damaged fixtures. Historical records show some attempts at resolution, including rodent inspections in 2012 and 2013 which passed, and a complaint regarding the Certificate of Occupancy in 2019 where inspectors could not gain access for verification. While some violations date back to earlier inspections, such as from 2021, they represent ongoing maintenance challenges that have persisted over time.