647 President Street, Brooklyn, NY 11215
The 14-unit, 5-story Old Law Tenement at 647 President Street in Park Slope, built in 1920 and currently owned by President LLC, has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water systems, as evidenced by emergency complaints in both 2024 and 2021 affecting individual apartments and the entire building. The property has multiple open violations related to bedbug reporting requirements dating back to 2021, and specific issues were documented in 2021 for apartment 2B including problems with self-closing doors, window repairs, and sink security. The building has undergone several inspections and received various maintenance code violations between 2020-2025, with notable concerns about facade maintenance and building systems. Most recently, in 2024-2025, there have been active Environmental Control Board violations regarding sidewalk shed compliance, with penalties totaling $8,650, and a 2023 facade-related violation concerning brick and stone deterioration above the second-floor window.
The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of both routine and emergency repairs, with multiple heat and hot water complaints being recorded across different years (2020, 2021, and 2024). Additional concerns included plumbing issues (bathroom, basin/sink, and bathtub/shower problems), window frame concerns, and unsanitary conditions. The property has also experienced pest-related issues, with several complaints about rodents in 2017-2018, though the most recent 2018 inspection passed. Detailed records from the Department of Buildings indicate ongoing attention to facade maintenance, with violations relating to window air conditioner support brackets and fire escape conditions noted in 2023.
Recent housing maintenance code complaints from June 2025 indicate various issues including wall paint/plaster problems, appliance concerns, plumbing issues, and unsanitary conditions related to pests, though these were marked as closed within weeks of filing. The building's overall record presents a mixed picture of maintenance responsiveness, with some issues being promptly addressed while others persist over extended periods. The property has undergone multiple inspections and received various compliance orders, suggesting regular scrutiny by oversight agencies. The presence of both active and recently closed violations indicates ongoing maintenance requirements, particularly related to building systems (heat/hot water) and facade maintenance.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 14 |
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Year built | 1920 |
Total area | 6875 sq ft |
Floors | 5 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | OLD LAW TENEMENT |

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