30 Cheever Place, Brooklyn, NY 11231

30 Cheever Place is a historic four-story, 13-unit Old Law Tenement building located in Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, built in 1844 and currently owned by Brian Elgart. The building has experienced several significant issues in recent years, particularly notable is the recent plumbing emergency in December 2023 which resulted in two 311 complaints regarding water supply problems, though no violations were ultimately issued following HPD inspection.

A concerning pattern emerged in September 2022 when multiple violations were recorded regarding fire safety issues, including the requirement for immediate fire guard provision and problems with fire retardant materials in Apartment 2LF, though these violations were eventually closed. The building underwent renovation work in 2022 that generated several complaints about work contrary to stop work orders, and was cited for performing work without proper permits, leading to two Environmental Control Board violations with penalties totaling $3,750, though records show these were resolved.

Historical maintenance records from 2021 to 2025 indicate that 30 Cheever Place has maintained a record of thorough bedbug management, with all annual reports showing zero infested or eradicated units since 2019, suggesting effective pest control measures. Earlier maintenance issues include a refrigeration problem reported in November 2018, though access for inspection was not granted in that instance. The building's age and history as an Old Law Tenement are evident, though recent years have shown particularly concentrated issues around 2022-2023, primarily relating to plumbing and fire safety concerns.