652 Sapphire Street, Brooklyn, NY 11208

The three-story, two-family house at 652 Sapphire Street in East New York, owned by Eman Abdel Sahid and built in 1998, has experienced several maintenance issues over the past few years, with the most significant concerns emerging in 2022-2023. The building currently has multiple open violations from February 2023, primarily affecting apartment 2, including issues with roach and mouse infestations, missing carbon monoxide detectors, plumbing problems (including a leaky bathtub faucet), security concerns (broken door lock), and various maintenance needs such as a defective window pane, kitchen cabinet repair, and electrical outlet issues.

The building has also faced recurring plumbing problems, with complaints about sinks and toilets in both 2022 and 2023. While most complaints have been investigated and closed without violations, recent housing code violations include an open case regarding a missing electrical switch cover plate. The property has a documented history of habitability concerns, with multiple HPD complaints in recent years, including issues with security (broken window guard), flooring, and various appliance problems (refrigerator and electric/gas range).

A notable incident in November 2022 involved a heat and hot water complaint that could not be inspected due to access issues. While the building passed a rodent inspection in July 2012, the more recent inspection results in 2023 indicate a significant pest control problem that requires attention. The most recent 311 service request in August 2023 regarding unsanitary garbage/recycling storage has also been closed, though no violations were found.