3004 Avenue R, Brooklyn, NY 11229

3004 Avenue R is a 2-story, 84-unit residential building located in Marine Park, Brooklyn, owned by Dennis Ovalle and constructed in 1950. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues in early 2025, with multiple complaints regarding heat/hot water problems and water leaks, as well as unsanitary conditions related to mold. Specifically, in March 2025, there were three significant complaints: one regarding heat/hot water issues that were reportedly corrected, one water leak complaint that could not be inspected, and two mold complaints that were inspected but did not violate HPD housing laws.

The building is currently facing several open violations as of October 2024 that require attention, including issues with mold (both visible and suspected), water leaks, and damaged plaster surfaces in Apartment 1, which also requires correction of a missing carbon monoxide detector. A pattern of heating system problems is evident, with multiple heat/hot water complaints recorded in January 2025 alone. The building has a history of violations and complaints dating back several years, including a 2022 boiler safety violation with an incorrect PSI rating that remains active.

In 2018, there were multiple construction-related violations regarding work performed without proper permits, though these were eventually resolved with penalties totaling $12,500. The property underwent rodent inspections in 2019 and 2010, with the most recent inspections passing compliance requirements. While some maintenance issues have been addressed through inspections and repairs, the frequency and variety of recent complaints suggest ongoing building maintenance challenges, particularly regarding water-related issues and mold conditions.