3917 Foster Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203

3917 Foster Avenue is a two-family house located in East Flatbush, built in 1930 and currently owned by Kazi Ismail. The property has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years.

Most notably, in late 2018, there were multiple emergency complaints filed with the Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) department regarding water leaks, ceiling damage, and mold issues, though inspections did not result in violations. The building was subject to serious violations in December 2018, including findings of illegal conversions from a private dwelling to a multiple dwelling, unlawful cooking spaces, and unauthorized plumbing fixtures in the cellar, with additional concerns about a gas range and hot water temperature violations in 2nd story Apartment 2. More recent history shows some continued safety concerns, including a 2021 inspection revealing an uncapped gas line in the cellar, which was certified for correction by the end of 2021.

Earlier violations from 2019 included a broken storm door lock and unauthorized hot water temperature exceedances. The property has undergone multiple investigation attempts regarding illegal conversions, with a notable December 2018 complaint about unauthorized living spaces in the cellar, though inspectors reported being unable to gain access during final attempts. While there have been various repairs and permits issued (including a permit issued in March 2021), the building's history suggests recurring maintenance challenges and safety concerns, particularly during the 2018-2021 period, though more recent data indicates fewer active violations as of the latest available records up to October 2023.