AG James announced that she has secured $200,000 from building developer Craig Nassi and his company 135 Carlton Ventures, LLC (Carlton Ventures), after an Office of the Attorney General (OAG) investigation found that Nassi cut corners and neglected his responsibilities while constructing, advertising, and maintaining the condominium, putting residents in danger and forcing an emergency evacuation. The OAG found that Nassi misrepresented 135 Carlton Avenue in Fort Greene, Brooklyn as a newly constructed building when, in reality it had only been renovated. Nassi also failed to repair major structural dangers with the building’s foundation, jeopardizing the safety of its residents. As a result of the investigation, Attorney General James has secured $200,000 in restitution for New Yorkers who purchased condos at 135 Carlton Ave, as well as an additional $30,734 in penalties.   

“When developers cut corners, everyday New Yorkers are the ones who suffer. No one should be displaced or put at risk of physical harm because their building developer chose not to follow the law. With this settlement, those harmed by the illegal practices of Craig Nassi and Carlton Ventures will receive the restitution they deserve.” -AG James