124 Kingston Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11213

The 12-unit, 3-story New Law Tenement building at 124 Kingston Avenue in Crown Heights, owned by Larry Hirscfield and constructed in 1902, has experienced recurring heat and water issues, most recently documented through multiple emergency complaints between June 2025 and February 2025. The building has faced various maintenance challenges, with significant problems emerging in late 2024 including mold, ceiling issues, and radiator concerns, particularly affecting Apartment 1C.

During 2024-2025, the property underwent several inspections revealing violations related to safety equipment, including missing carbon monoxide detectors and smoke detectors in Apartment 1C, though these violations were certified as corrected by November 2024. The building's rodent control records show persistent rat activity, with the most recent inspections in 525 and 524 documenting this ongoing issue, though prior inspections from 2024 and 2025 indicated passing results. The property has a documented history of pest management challenges, with bedbug incidents reported in 2023-2024, though more recent filings in 2024-2025 indicate no current infestations.

Multiple 311 complaints have been filed regarding various building systems, including plumbing, intercom, and floor conditions, with both emergency and non-emergency designations. While some complaints were resolved through inspections and corrections, others were closed due to lack of access or found to have no violations. The building's age and history of maintenance issues suggest ongoing attention to building systems and resident comfort will be necessary, as evidenced by the recurring nature of heat and water complaints over the past few years.