1408 Remsen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11236

The two-family house at 1408 Remsen Avenue in Canarsie, owned by Karen Turner, presents a concerning pattern of maintenance issues over the past several years. Most recently, in late 2023 and early 2024, there was a complaint regarding unsanitary conditions related to mold, which, while investigated by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), did not result in any violations.

This recent mold issue follows a cluster of significant problems recorded between December 2019 and January 2020, including multiple electrical issues (notably two instances of no lighting, one categorized as emergency), water-related problems (both heavy flow and slow leaks), and plumbing concerns involving the bathtub/shower. During this same period, there were also non-emergency issues with flooring/stairs.

The 2019-2020 incident cluster stands out for its severity, with multiple emergencies requiring attention, while the more recent mold incident is the only documented issue in the past three years. The building's infrastructure appears to have experienced substantial challenges, particularly during the 2019-2020 period, affecting various systems including electrical, plumbing, and flooring. While all documented complaints have been closed, with some resulting in violations (notably the December 2019 no lighting issue), there is a clear historical pattern of maintenance concerns that potential residents should consider, though it's important to note that these issues are not necessarily indicative of current conditions as of July 2025.