593 Franklin Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11238

593 Franklin Avenue is a 4-story, 8-unit residential tenement building located in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, managed by Franklin Street LLC and constructed in 1905. The building has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, particularly in 2022, when multiple complaints were filed regarding heat and hot water outages affecting the entire building during October, followed by an electrical power outage in December. Health and safety concerns were documented in March 2022, when violations were issued for electrical issues (including exposed wiring) and unsanitary conditions including pest infestations. One specific unit (4R) required attention for multiple issues including mold, electrical problems, and pest control, though these violations were subsequently certified as corrected by April 2022.

Recent inspections and reports indicate the building has made improvements in certain areas. As of 2025, there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the past four reporting periods, with the last known infestation having been fully eradicated in 2021. However, there are ongoing rodent control challenges evidenced by multiple "Rat Activity" findings in 2023-2024, though the most recent inspection in February 2025 resulted in a "Passed" status. The building's management has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements since 2021, and recent rodent control efforts have included bait application in December 2022.

A violation related to annual bedbug reporting was issued in 2023, though this appears to be an administrative oversight rather than a reflection of active infestations. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of addressing safety and comfort issues, though some problems have recurred over time, particularly regarding heating systems and electrical infrastructure. The most recent comprehensive rodent inspection in February 2025 is a positive development, indicating improved conditions compared to previous years when rat activity was routinely documented. The property has demonstrated responsiveness to violations and complaints, with multiple cases being properly addressed and closed through appropriate certification processes.