2826 West 36th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11224

The two-story, four-unit apartment building at 2826 West 36th Street in Coney Island, built in 1930 and currently owned by Regino Torres, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in January 2025, there was a building-wide heat and hot water complaint that received emergency status, though inspectors were unable to gain access to verify the conditions. In June 2024, multiple violations were documented, including issues with flooring, ceilings, and walls in Apartment 2F, with specific problems including mold (approximately 2 square feet on the ceiling and north wall in the bathroom), defective plaster surfaces, and floor repairs needed in the kitchen.

More recently, in 2022, there were multiple complaints regarding pest issues and various maintenance deficiencies, some of which resulted in violations. The building has a notable history of compliance issues dating back to 2018, when complaints were filed regarding an illegal conversion of the cellar space, including unauthorized partitions and illegal appliances. While investigations attempted to confirm these violations, access was not granted.

Regulatory action was initiated with violations issued in November 2018, regarding occupancy contrary to allowed use, though ownership records show these were filed under a different name (Ray Jackson). The property has also been cited for various housing maintenance code violations since 2022, including problems with paint/plaster conditions, flooring, and unsanitary conditions such as mold. While some violations from 2022 and 2024 have been marked as closed, several remain open as of the latest inspection records, particularly those related to ceiling and wall conditions, floor repairs, and plumbing issues in Apartment 2F.