369 5th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215

The 6-unit, 4-story old law tenement building at 369 5th Avenue in Park Slope, owned by Hengfui Cheok, has experienced several maintenance issues over the past few years. Most notably, in 2024, there were multiple complaints and violations related to heat and hot water issues, including two complaints on February 15, 2024, concerning the entire building, one of which resulted in violations.

Apartment 3R has been a particular focus of attention, with documented pest infestation (roaches), missing carbon monoxide detectors, and multiple violations including the need for repairs to plastered surfaces, smoke detectors, and self-closing doors. The building has also faced various infrastructure challenges, with emergency complaints regarding stairs, ventilation systems, and roof access in late 2024. The property has undergone several inspections, including tenant safety inspections in May 2024 that resulted in compliance findings, and there was one active ECB violation from November 2022 related to unauthorized signage and building maintenance issues, though one of these violations was resolved with a reduced penalty.

Recent building issues include plumbing problems (inspected in August 2024), flooring concerns, and various general maintenance matters. The building's history shows regular inspections passing with respect to rodent control as of 2019, and there have been no reported problems with bedbugs over the specified reporting period from 2022-2023. While many complaints have been resolved with no violations issued after inspection, there remain some open violations from 2024 that warrant attention, particularly those related to apartment 3R's conditions.