713 Jerome Street, Brooklyn, NY 11207

713 Jerome Street is a three-unit, three-story residential building constructed in 2006 and currently owned by Shen Li Chen, located in East New York. The building has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past year, with the most significant concerns being related to pest infestations and insufficient maintenance of common areas. Between January and July 2024, there were multiple complaints regarding unsanitary conditions, including pest problems, though inspections by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) did not consistently result in violations being issued.

There have also been recurring issues with heat and hot water supply, as evidenced by multiple complaints in early 2024. The building currently has several open violations, including one from April 2024 regarding a painted sprinkler head in the second-story public hall, and multiple administrative violations from January 2024 related to missing safety notices and inspection certificate displays. The apartment has documented maintenance issues that require attention, including electrical service problems, window repairs, and plaster/paint maintenance needs, as noted in three open violations from October 2023.

The building's recent history shows attempts to investigate potential illegal conversions or commercial use between 2019 and 2020, though inspectors were unable to gain access for verification. While there have been multiple 311 complaints filed in 2024, many were closed without inspection due to access issues, indicating potential communication challenges between tenants and inspection agencies. The property has a history of pest control complaints dating back to 2024, though some inspections resulted in no violations being found. The building's last documented rodent inspection in 2012 passed, but more recent pest-related complaints suggest ongoing maintenance challenges in this area.