123 Butler Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231

At 123 Butler Street in Carroll Gardens, this three-story, three-unit, 1899 Old Law Tenement building has experienced recurring heating system issues throughout 2024, with four documented complaints about building-wide heat and hot water problems between January and February 2024, and two additional complaints in November 2024. These complaints consistently note that housing inspectors were unable to gain access to conduct necessary inspections, with some complaints noted as duplicates of existing issues.

The building is currently facing rodent activity concerns, as evidenced by compliance and initial inspection results from March and February 2025, respectively, showing rat activity on the property. However, the building has had an impressive track record in terms of pest management, with zero recorded bedbug infestations over the past seven reporting periods from 2019 through 2024, with no units requiring eradication or experiencing re-infestation during this time.

The ownership and management of the building are under Dennis Geoghan, and while the heat and rodent issues are significant concerns, the building's age and historical status as an Old Law Tenement are notable characteristics. The documented violations suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly related to the heating system, as tenants have had to repeatedly report these issues. The building has a three-story structure with three separate residential units, typical of many Carroll Gardens properties, and was constructed in the late 19th century.