260 East 25th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11226

This two-family home at 260 East 25th Street in Flatbush, owned by Fay Severin, has experienced several maintenance issues over the past few years. Most notably, in November 2022, multiple complaints were filed regarding power outages, cabinets, and pest infestations, with violations issued for the pest problems. The building has documented pest issues in both apartments, with violations recorded in both 2020 (First Floor) and 2023 (2nd Floor).

The property has also faced electrical concerns, including power outages in late 2022, though no violations were issued for these incidents. Significant violations remain open as of 2023, including problems with light fixtures in the 2nd Floor apartment and the public hall that were cited during a February 2023 inspection. Previous violations from August 2020 documented various maintenance issues, including problems with doors, windows, walls, and pest infestations.

The building's security has been a concern, with violations noted for illegal double cylinder locks at both the vestibule door and rear kitchen door. There have also been ongoing issues with building maintenance, including problems with the marble saddle in the vestibule and accumulation of refuse in public areas, all documented through various Housing Maintenance Code violations. Recent Department of Buildings complaints from June 2023 and January 2024 regarding drainage issues and permit concerns were inspected, though no violations were found or warranting access problems were noted. The building, constructed in 1901, has a history of various maintenance challenges that have required multiple inspections and resulted in numerous Housing Maintenance Code violations over the years, particularly related to pest problems, electrical issues, and building access/security features.