1607 Mermaid Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224

The three-story, three-unit building at 1607 Mermaid Avenue in Coney Island, owned by Parmpartap Nijjer and built in 1930, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, in October 2022, there were multiple violations issued related to safety concerns in apartment 3FL, including broken window guards, defective self-closing doors, and various maintenance issues involving floor tiles, bathroom conditions, and roof leaks.

The building has faced more recent structural concerns, including an active Environmental Control Board violation from October 2023 regarding dangerous concrete conditions under the third-floor balcony, with a $6,250 penalty, though this was later reported as voluntarily withdrawn. The building has also been subject to multiple active ECB violations from 2021 totaling $107,500 related to various compliance issues, including unauthorized construction work and failure to correct previous violations. In late 2024, the building underwent multiple non-emergency inspections revealing various maintenance needs, including missing signage and door/window issues.

The property has a concerning history of problematic repairs and construction activity, with multiple complaints in October 2023 regarding building stability, construction work, and even gas piping concerns, though many inspections concluded with "Inspector Unable To Gain Access" findings. While the most recent bedbug report for the period 2023-2024 shows no current infestations or eradication activity, the building's maintenance record shows a pattern of unresolved and recurring issues that affect resident safety and comfort. The owner has faced significant penalties and violations related to both building maintenance and improper construction practices, with some violations remaining open or unresolved for extended periods.