1228 East 86th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11236

The two-family house at 1228 East 86th Street in Canarsie, owned by Jean-michel Apolon and constructed in 1955, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over recent years. Most recently, in September 2023, there were documented pest infestations (roaches and mice) in the first-floor apartment, for which violations were issued by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD). Between 2018 and 2024, the building faced recurring heat and hot water problems, particularly affecting both apartments in early 2019, when multiple emergency complaints were filed and violations noted regarding inadequate heat supply and excessively hot water (over 151 degrees).

The apartment previously had carbon monoxide detector issues, and multiple complaints about heating systems were recorded during this period, suggesting persistent maintenance challenges. The building owner has also been cited for several structural and safety violations, including an illegal curb cut extension. Two active Environmental Control Board violations from 2024 relate to unauthorized modifications to the sidewalk curb cut, with penalties associated with the maintenance and code compliance issues.

Historical records show an occupancy violation from 2018 regarding unauthorized use of the cellar space. While there were no bedbug infestations reported during the 2021-2022 period, the recent pest complaints suggest ongoing sanitation challenges. The building has a documented history of electricity-related issues, with power outage complaints filed in October 2019, though no violations were found during inspections of these incidents.