352 East 53rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203

The two-story, three-unit building at 352 East 53rd Street, owned by Narasha Michel and built in 1910, has experienced significant maintenance issues recently, particularly during the latter part of 2023. On October 25, 2023, multiple complaints were filed and subsequently investigated by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), resulting in several violations being documented.

These included unsanitary conditions related to pests and mold, water leak issues, problems with flooring, ceiling plaster and paint, and plumbing concerns involving sinks and water supply. Notably, a heating and hot water complaint was investigated, though no violations were issued as heat was not required at the time of inspection. The building currently has open violations as of April 2024, including an outstanding bedbug reporting requirement that needs attention.

Specific violations from October 2023 include multiple painting and maintenance issues in Apartment 1FL, such as defective plaster surfaces, peeling paint, and broken floor tiles in various rooms and hallways. Some violations from this inspection were later closed, including requirements to paint certain surfaces and repair ceramic floor tiles in the private hallway. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of unresolved issues, particularly in the first-floor apartment, though it should be noted that the bedbug reporting period from late 2021 to late 2022 showed no infestations.