42 Highland Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10301

The two-family residential property at 42 Highland Avenue in Grymes Hill, currently owned by David Herzlinger, has experienced several significant regulatory issues since 2019. Most notably, in October 2019, a complaint was filed regarding an illegal conversion of the space, which prompted a Department of Buildings inspection in March 2020.

During this inspection, violations were documented that warrant serious attention: unauthorized plumbing work was found in the cellar, including the installation of water and waste lines for a toilet, sink, and shower, for which proper permits had not been obtained, leading to a $1,250 fine. Additionally, inspectors discovered unauthorized construction of three bedrooms and a three-piece bathroom in the cellar level, which exceeded the building's Certificate of Occupancy specifications that allowed only for heating, accessory use, storage, and recreation room purposes - this violation carried a $500 penalty.

As of October 2023, both violations remain active with associated financial penalties still outstanding, totaling $1,750. The building was constructed in 1975 as a two-story, two-family structure with a cellar, though the unauthorized modifications suggest significant alterations to its original configuration. The property's recent regulatory history indicates ongoing compliance issues related to the unauthorized use and modification of its cellar space, which may have implications for tenant safety and building code adherence.