1096 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11230

1096 Ocean Avenue is a 4-story, 16-unit residential building constructed in 1931 in the Flatbush neighborhood, currently owned by Faye Yee. The building has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, with the most critical problems emerging in 2024 following a fire incident that affected the first floor and basement areas. This event resulted in structural concerns that led to a vacate order, though this was ultimately rescinded in May 2025.

The building has faced persistent challenges with basic services, including multiple complaints and violations regarding inadequate water supply, gas service, and electricity documented throughout 2024. Notably, there were periods of no heat or hot water affecting the entire building in January 2024, and multiple reports of pest-related issues including rodent sightings and sanitation concerns. The property has undergone various inspections and received both violations and emergency response interventions. A significant portion of the complaints in 2024 were addressed promptly by city agencies, though some violations remained open as of the latest records.

The building's entrance and common areas have required attention to safety features, with violations noted for defective doors, guardrails, and flooring. Despite these challenges, the building's most recent inspections for rodent activity and other compliance checks in 2024-2025 have generally resulted in passing inspections, suggesting some improvement in conditions. The property has maintained a record of no bedbug infestations reported between 2020 and 2023, which stands out as a positive aspect of its maintenance history. While many historical violations have been closed, the building continues to operate with certain maintenance issues that require ongoing monitoring and attention, particularly regarding infrastructure and basic services.