620 Albany Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203

620 Albany Avenue is a 3-story, 7-unit residential building constructed in 1931, currently owned by Jack Nisanov, located in the Prospect-Lefferts Gardens neighborhood. The property has experienced several concerning issues in recent months, most notably multiple safety violations related to smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in January 2025, for which violations were issued requiring correction. The building has also faced persistent heating and hot water system problems, with multiple emergency complaints filed throughout late 2024 and early 2025, though some inspections did not find violations.

In December 2024, a single apartment (Unit 4) was found to have multiple issues including rodent infestations (mice and roaches), missing safety detectors, and problems with heating and hot water supply, though most violations were subsequently closed. The building's infrastructure is showing signs of age, with open violations from July 2024 regarding defective bricks and mortar on the west and south exterior walls. While recent inspections in December 2024 showed passing results for rodent control, the property still has an active Department of Buildings violation from June 2023 for failure to file an external low pressure inspection.

The building's complaint history indicates ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding safety systems and heating infrastructure. The winter months of 2024-2025 have been particularly active for complaints, with multiple simultaneous issues related to heating/hot water systems, safety equipment, and general maintenance. However, it's worth noting that many complaints have been promptly investigated and closed by housing authorities, with some inspections finding no violations at all. The property has maintained a consistent record of addressing pest control issues, as evidenced by the passing rodent inspection in December 2024 and the absence of bedbug reports in the most recent filing period.