715 Henry Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231

The 16-unit, 4-story Old Law Tenement at 715 Henry Street in Red Hook, built in 1910 and currently owned by Janelle Farris, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past few years, particularly concerning heat and hot water systems. Between October 2022 and December 2024, there were multiple emergency complaints and violations related to inadequate heat and hot water, with complaints being filed frequently and requiring HPD intervention.

Notably, in October 2022, multiple violations were documented in Apartment 1B regarding heating systems, gas supply, mechanical ventilation, and bathtub caulking, though these violations were subsequently closed. More recently, there have been ongoing concerns about unsanitary conditions, including a May 2025 complaint about a cat-related issue that inspectors could not access for verification.

The property underwent some structural scrutiny in early 2025, with complaints regarding scaffolding and sidewalk shed conditions, though inspections found no violations or led to rescinded orders. The building has maintained an active bedbug reporting history, with all reports from 2022 through 2024 showing zero infested or re-infested units, indicating successful monitoring and prevention efforts. While the building's heat and hot water issues appear to have stabilized since late 2024, the frequency of similar complaints during the preceding years suggests this remains an area requiring attention.