130 Hicks Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201
130 Hicks Street is a 6-story, 40-unit residential building located in Brooklyn Heights, constructed in 1958 and currently owned by Julia Heavey. The building has experienced recurring heating issues, with emergency complaints about heat and hot water registered in January 2025 and October 2024, though inspections were unable to gain access to verify the conditions. In 2024, there were multiple documented issues including water leaks, mold, and paint/plaster problems, with some violations issued in August 2024, specifically regarding heavy water flow and unsanitary mold conditions.
The building has an active Department of Buildings (DOB) violation from 2019 regarding elevator maintenance, and there were several elevator service complaints recorded between 2023-2024, though inspections generally found no violations. Notable safety concerns were addressed in 2024-2025, including a violation related to heating system access in April 2024 and missing smoke/carbon monoxide detectors in Apartment 5A, though these were later resolved. The building's maintenance history shows regular bedbug reporting since 2021, with no infestations reported in the past four years.
Elevator service has been a recurring issue, with multiple complaints between 2023-2024 about single device operation and lack of alternate service, though inspections typically found no violations. The building has maintained compliance with rodent inspections, passing both the 2015 and 2013 evaluations. Several maintenance code violations were issued in 2024-2025 regarding public areas, including issues with ceiling paint, fire retardant plaster, and roof leaks in the 6th story hallway, though most violations from inspections conducted in 2024 were ultimately closed. The property has demonstrated a pattern of water-related issues, including heavy flow leaks and damp spots, though these were often resolved promptly through HPD inspections.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 40 |
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Year built | 1958 |
Total area | 22750 sq ft |
Floors | 6 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A |

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