8745 16th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214

The two-family house at 8745 16th Avenue in Bath Beach, owned by Fernando Chengfung, has experienced several significant maintenance issues since 2021, with the most recent problems documented in early 2024. The building, constructed in 1925, is currently facing multiple infrastructure challenges, particularly affecting its second-floor unit (2F).

Recent Housing Maintenance Code violations from January 2024 reveal persistent problems with heat supply, electrical systems, and water damage. Specifically, there are identified issues with visible mold (approximately 1-2 square feet), water leaks from the roof affecting ceilings, inadequate electric service to fixtures, and heating problems. The building has also experienced repeated heat/hot water issues documented through multiple 311 service requests between 2021-2024, with some complaints remaining unresolved due to lack of access for inspections.

In addition to the above, the property has a history of water-related issues, as evidenced by multiple complaints about water leaks in 2021, and electrical problems including a power outage in November 2023. A notable structural concern was raised in July 2021 regarding building shaking, which resulted in an ECB violation related to the front facade's brick wall condition, specifically noting horizontal and vertical cracks in the second-floor area. The building appears to have struggled with various maintenance issues over the past few years, with multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations being issued and subsequently closed, though many of the underlying problems appear to persist based on the frequency of service requests and complaints.