28 Corona Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10306

The three-story, two-family house at 28 Corona Avenue, built in 1985 and currently owned by Aaron Moskowitz, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, there are currently four open violations as of June 2023 related to the cellar area, including concerns about illegal living space, unauthorized electrical work, and unpermitted plumbing installations, with total penalties exceeding $4,000.

The building has a documented pattern of moisture-related problems, with multiple complaints about mold and unsanitary conditions between 2022 and 2023, including a January 2023 violation concerning a 10-square-foot mold patch in the cellar. The building has also faced challenges with basic services, including heat and hot water outages in March 2023, though these were reportedly resolved. Additional concerns have emerged regarding building safety and code compliance, including an ongoing violation for an unauthorized double-cylinder locking device in the entrance to the first-floor apartment (as of May 2023), and previous violations related to fire egress issues.

The Department of Buildings has issued multiple violation summonses, including for occupancy beyond the legally approved number of families. The property has a history of door and window frame issues, with violations issued in late 2022, and has experienced various maintenance problems including pest issues and a water leak. While some earlier violations have been resolved, the building continues to exhibit multiple open violations, particularly concerning the cellar area, which appears to have been subject to unapproved modifications.