4102 12th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11219

The three-story, 12-unit residential building at 4102 12th Avenue in Borough Park, owned by Simy Graus, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over recent years. Most notably, in June 2025, the building faced electrical problems, with two separate incidents involving power outages and wiring issues that required immediate emergency attention. These incidents represent the building's most recent challenges and raise concerns about its electrical infrastructure.

The building previously encountered serious maintenance problems in 2014 involving unit 1L, where multiple violations were recorded including infestations (bedbugs and roaches), unsafe electrical wiring conditions, plumbing issues, and various structural defects affecting floors, walls, and bathroom fixtures. While these violations were all certified as resolved in 2018, they indicate a period of significant maintenance challenges. The property has demonstrated consistent compliance with bedbug reporting requirements from 2020 to 2024, with all reports showing zero infested or eradicated units, suggesting effective pest management practices in recent years.

An Environmental Control Board violation was recorded in 2018 related to unpermitted work involving a curb cut to provide access to a paved side yard, though this violation was resolved with no penalties imposed. Additionally, there was a compliance issue in 2020 when an inspector was unable to gain access to the building during a final inspection attempt. The building's age (constructed in 1930) and history of maintenance issues underscore the importance of ongoing attention to building systems, particularly following the recent electrical incidents.