1501 Foster Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11230

The 3-unit, 3-story residential building at 1501 Foster Avenue in Flatbush, owned by Joey Araman and constructed in 1933, has experienced several maintenance and safety concerns over recent years. Most notably, in January 2025, there was a serious complaint regarding building shaking/vibrating and structural stability, which resulted in an Oath violation being served following an inspection. The building's maintenance history reveals recurring issues with plumbing and water systems, including multiple HPD complaints in 2022 regarding bathtubs/showers and sinks, though inspectors were unable to gain access for verification.

A heat and hot water emergency complaint from October 2022 was resolved within two days, but more recent concerns have emerged, including a window frame issue reported in December 2024 that was verified as corrected but required an emergency response. The property has also faced challenges with timely inspections and compliance documentation, particularly regarding its boiler and pressure systems. In June 2023, multiple violations were issued for failing to file external low-pressure inspection reports for 2018-2021, though these were subsequently dismissed in December 2023.

However, there remains an active violation from November 2019 regarding the failure to file the 2017 boiler inspection report. Additional historical complaints from 2020-2024 documented through the Department of Health include issues with food worker hygiene and pest control, though these were ultimately addressed and closed. The building's recent history suggests ongoing maintenance needs, particularly regarding its water systems and structural integrity, though many past complaints have been resolved or dismissed following appropriate actions.