243 Deems Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314

The two-family house at 243 Deems Avenue in Westerleigh, owned by Chaim Grossman, has experienced several significant maintenance issues since 2019. Most recently, in 2023, there were multiple reports of unsanitary conditions related to sewage problems in March and February, and a heavy water leak complaint in February. These issues resulted in open violations following a March 2023 inspection, where inspectors noted stagnant water approximately 2 inches deep at the rear west in the cellar, as well as accumulation of refuse and rubbish throughout the cellar.

Earlier in its history, the building has faced various challenges including electrical issues documented in July 2022 (power outage), problems with heat and hot water in both 2020 and 2021 affecting the entire building, and multiple reports of mold and unsanitary conditions in July 2020. The property has also had verified electrical service violations in July 2022 specifically affecting the second-floor apartment's electrical outlets. The building's recent history shows some improvement in health and sanitation matters, with the most recent rodent inspections in 2022 showing passing results, contrasting with failed inspections in late 2021 and early 2020.

It's worth noting that on several occasions, inspectors from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene were unable to access the property during inspections related to unsanitary animal conditions (in 2021 and 2022). The property's maintenance history includes both emergency and non-emergency complaints, with most recent violations concentrated in the cellar area, though prior complaints indicated issues with multiple systems including heating, electrical, and plumbing. While many complaints are ultimately closed without violations being issued, there are currently open violations from 2023 related to sewer and sanitation issues.