873 Bergen Street, Brooklyn, NY 11238

873 Bergen Street is a four-story, 24-unit residential building constructed in 1931 and currently owned by Manuel Ramos. The property has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues throughout 2024, with multiple emergency complaints filed and some violations noted in Apartment 22 regarding inadequate hot and cold water supply. Between 2023 and 2025, there have been persistent rodent problems, with multiple inspections showing rat activity, including two recent inspections in February 2025. The building has also faced sanitation concerns, particularly regarding garbage/recycling storage in 2023, though no violations were issued following HPD inspections.

Several maintenance issues were documented in 2023-2024, including a significant infestation problem in Apartment 21 involving both mice and roaches, along with multiple repair needs such as defective plaster surfaces, floor issues, and elevator system problems. A fire safety violation regarding self-closing doors was recorded and subsequently corrected in 2023. The building's management has maintained a consistent bedbug-free record since 2019, with no infestations reported in the past six years. While there were general complaints about missing signage and intercom issues in 2023, these were also addressed and closed without penalties.

A complaint regarding after-hours work in 2024 was investigated but no violations were found. The property's maintenance history shows a pattern of addressing violations and complaints, though some issues, particularly related to heat/hot water systems and pest control, have recurred over time. The most recent inspections indicate ongoing rodent activity, suggesting continued challenges with pest management, despite previous compliance passes. The building's heating system has required repeated intervention, with several emergency complaints related to inadequate service throughout 2024.