510 17th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215
The three-story, three-unit old-law tenement at 510 17th Street in Windsor Terrace, owned by William Laux Sr. and built in 1920, has experienced recurring maintenance and compliance issues over recent years. Most notably, there are multiple open violations regarding annual bedbug reporting requirements (2021-2024) and several environmental control board violations from 2021 totaling $65,000 in penalties related to unpermitted cellar conversion work.
The building has a history of significant maintenance complaints, particularly in 2020, with issues spanning electrical problems, plumbing concerns, mold, and unsanitary conditions, though many of these complaints were closed without violations being issued. The property has also faced safety concerns, including a fire escape violation in 2020 that was recorded as an emergency. More recent concerns include a 2024 pest-related complaint, which was inspected but not found to violate any codes, and multiple open violations requiring proper signage and notices regarding gas safety and carbon monoxide detection from 2021. Previous inspection records indicate the building underwent significant scrutiny between 2019-2021, with multiple complaints suggesting possible unauthorized modifications, particularly concerning the cellar space.
The Department of Buildings issued several violations in 2020 related to work performed without permits and unauthorized dwelling unit modifications, resulting in active penalties. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of tenant complaints and inspector access challenges, particularly during 2020 when multiple inspections were unable to proceed due to access issues. While some older violations have been resolved, including those related to flooring, ceiling repairs, and garbage storage, many open violations as of 2024 suggest ongoing compliance challenges. The most recent building inspection data indicates some improvements, with fewer recent complaints compared to the high volume observed in 2020-2021, though several significant violations remain open.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 3 |
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Year built | 1920 |
Total area | 3000 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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