135 Plymouth Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201

The seven-story, 64-unit building at 135 Plymouth Street in DUMBO, owned by Peter Benedetto, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues over recent years. Most notably, in September 2023, there were complaints about indoor air quality with reported chemical vapors, as well as a sewage leak, though no violations were issued in connection with the latter. The building underwent multiple repairs in August-September 2023, addressing various issues including plumbing, cabinet work, pests, mold (noted as an emergency situation), water leaks, paint/plaster work, flooring, and ventilation system concerns.

A notable incident occurred in December 2020 when there was a heat and hot water outage, though this was reportedly resolved promptly. The property has a concerning history with structural and safety-related complaints, including two separate building vibration incidents in July 2020, and elevator-related issues in November 2022 that resulted in an Oath violation being served. Between 2019-2020, there were multiple complaints regarding safety nets/guard rails, though inspectors found no violations at the time of their examinations.

The building's boiler system has been subject to scrutiny, with a gas utility referral in 2019. More recently, the building's bedbug reporting for the 2023-2024 period indicates no infestations, which suggests effective pest control measures are in place. While many issues have been addressed through proper channels, the frequency and variety of recent maintenance issues, particularly those affecting basic services like heat and water, merit attention.