311 Ditmas Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11218

The three-unit, three-story building at 311 Ditmas Avenue in Kensington, owned by Jason Tal, has experienced several maintenance issues over the past year, with the most recent concerns primarily centered around safety and sanitary conditions. In 2023, there were multiple complaints regarding unsanitary conditions and pest problems, particularly in February, though most were closed without violations being issued. The building has had recurring safety-related complaints, including issues with window guards in January 2023, though these complaints were also closed without violations.

A notable safety concern emerged in September 2023, when violations were issued regarding defective carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors in the third-floor apartment, though these were certified as addressed shortly thereafter. The property has undergone various maintenance challenges throughout 2023, including multiple Housing Maintenance Code complaints related to plumbing, electrical systems, and various structural elements like walls and ceilings. The most significant recent issues appear to be centered around emergency repairs needed in November 2023 for plumbing (radiator) and door-related problems, along with a construction lead dust complaint that remains in progress since January 2023.

While the building's bedbug reporting for 2022-2023 and 2021-2022 periods shows no infestations, and the rodent inspection history from 2010-2011 indicates only one failure, the frequency of various maintenance issues suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep. The property has received various violations and non-compliance notices throughout 2023, including issues with window counter balances, safety notices, and fire safety systems. Some violations have been promptly addressed and closed, while others, such as a building code violation from July 2023 regarding fire retardant plaster in the first-story public hall and a notice-related violation, remain open. The building's complaint history also includes a January 2023 complaint regarding work without a permit in an occupied multiple dwelling, though this was inspected and determined to have no warrant for violation.