972 East 88th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11236

The 21-unit, 2-story building at 972 East 88th Street in Canarsie, owned by Collette Ford and constructed in 1989, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past several years. Most recently, in early 2025, there was a situation involving smoking in a smoke-free area that required Health Department intervention. The building has faced multiple heating and hot water issues, with emergency complaints logged in July 2024, though these were reportedly resolved during the Health Department's investigation.

There are significant ongoing concerns about the building's maintenance compliance, with three active violations regarding failure to file required annual inspections for external low pressure systems between 2019 and 2024, including the most recent violation issued in September 2024. The property has a documented history of water-related issues, with multiple leak complaints between 2018 and 2024, including instances of heavy flow and damp spots. A notable cluster of problems was recorded in 2020, including violations for pest infestations (specifically mice and roaches) in Apartment 2, and a mold issue identified in 2019 that was subsequently upgraded to a Class B violation.

Additionally, the building has experienced periodic bedbug report compliance issues, with active violations from 2023 and 2024 requiring the filing of annual bedbug reports as per HPD regulations. Entrance security has also been an issue, with violations noted in 2022 regarding defective self-closing doors at the building entrance and boiler room. While there have been various health and safety inspections and service requests throughout the years, including some related to indoor air quality and chemical odors, the persistence of certain issues, particularly regarding water damage and pest control, suggests ongoing challenges with building maintenance and compliance requirements.