711 Euclid Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208

The 3-unit, 2-story building at 711 Euclid Avenue in East New York, owned by Derrick Taylor, has experienced several concerning maintenance issues recently. Most notably, in late 2024 and early 2025, there were multiple complaints regarding heat and hot water systems, with at least one violation issued in December 2024 concerning inadequate hot water supply to Apartment 1R. The building has also faced recurring issues with appliances, including unresolved complaints about electric/gas ranges and refrigerators in December 2024, though HPD was unable to complete inspections for these complaints.

Safety concerns are particularly evident in the December 2024 violations, which include defective carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, a locked heating system access door, and inadequate self-closing doors in Apartment 1R. The building's maintenance record also shows previous issues in January 2023, including concerns about pests, water leaks, and ceiling conditions, with some violations issued, though the specific nature of these violations isn't detailed in the records. The property has a history of heating system problems, with multiple complaints about no heat or hot water between November and December 2024, which were classified as emergency situations.

The building's safety features are currently in question, with open violations as of December 2024 regarding carbon monoxide detector requirements, smoke detector functionality, and proper gas leak notice posting. Additional concerns noted in the violations include a requirement to maintain a proper inspection certificate posting near the mailboxes and to provide adequate heat supply, though some specifics about previous violations are not detailed in the current records. Interestingly, a rodent inspection conducted in 2012 resulted in a passing grade, but more recent health department inspections in 2023 were unable to access the property to complete their inspections.