997 Bergen Street, Brooklyn, NY 11216
The three-unit, three-story building at 997 Bergen Street in Crown Heights, owned by Dan Vaknine, has experienced persistent rodent-related issues over the past two years. Between January 2024 and March 2025, there were multiple rodent sightings and signs of rodent activity, though recent inspections from 2025 have shown improvements, with all inspections being passed and no current rodent-related violations as of July 2025.
The building's history also reveals some concerning safety issues, including an active Environmental Control Board violation from May 2024 related to a rusted fire escape and partially obstructed access from a second-floor apartment, with an imposed penalty of $6,250. Additionally, there are outstanding violations from 2022 regarding illegal outdoor advertising, with multiple ECB violations totaling $3,750.
The property has shown compliance with New York City's bedbug reporting requirements, with no reported infestations in the most recent filing period of November 2023 to October 2024. While the building has faced several maintenance challenges, recent rodent control efforts appear to have improved conditions, as indicated by the successful passing of all recent inspections.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 3 |
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Year built | 1915 |
Total area | 3460 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A |

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