980 Bergen Street, Brooklyn, NY 11216

980 Bergen Street is a 4-story, 8-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1908 and currently owned by 980 Bergen LLC. The property has experienced persistent water-related issues over recent years, with multiple documented water leaks between 2019 and 2025, including slow and heavy flow incidents, with the most recent slow leak complaint still open as of June 2025. The building has also faced various other maintenance challenges, including unsanitary conditions (sewage and mold issues), door and window problems, and mailbox accessibility issues.

Of particular concern is a 2023 construction lead dust complaint that remains unresolved as of October 2023, and multiple Environmental Control Board violations related to construction work in September 2023, including inadequate tenant protection plans, lack of proper construction documents, and violations involving propane usage and excessive construction debris. The building's history shows significant past violations regarding unauthorized alterations, particularly an illegal duplex conversion involving the cellar space that was discovered in 2019, though this issue appears to have been addressed by 2021. The property has maintained good compliance with bedbug reporting requirements from 2020 through 2024, showing no documented infestations during this period.

Recent rodent inspections have shown mixed results, with rat activity documented in several 2024 inspections, though some subsequent inspections have passed. The building has experienced recurring heating and hot water issues, with complaints about inadequate supplies in various units, and historical violations note problems with building access and emergency procedures. While many past complaints have been resolved, the persistence of water-related issues and recent construction violations suggest ongoing maintenance challenges.