993 Clarkson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212

The three-story, two-family house at 993 Clarkson Avenue in East Flatbush, currently owned by Patricia Cummings, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over recent years. Most notably, there have been recurring heating system problems, with emergency complaints filed in January and October 2020 regarding inadequate heat and hot water supply, resulting in violations for the second-floor apartment.

The building has faced multiple flooring-related complaints in early 2022, including issues with stairs and floors, though HPD was unable to access the premises for inspection. A rodent-related complaint was filed in September 2018, with the initial inspection passing. More recent concerns include a boiler-related violation in March 2022, with specific issues noted regarding the chimney base, water heater flue support, and gas meter room ventilation, for which a $500 penalty was imposed.

The property has two active violations as of 2023 related to failure to file external low-pressure inspections for 2021 and 2022, though the latter was dismissed in April 2024. The building's history also shows instances where HPD was unable to gain access to inspect reported issues, including in 2020 regarding heat and hot water complaints, and in multiple 2022 complaints about window frames and flooring problems. While some violations have been corrected, as evidenced by the passing rodent inspection in September 2018 and resolution of certain complaints, there remain ongoing concerns about compliance with maintenance requirements, particularly regarding the heating system and safety equipment such as carbon monoxide detectors.