1447 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11216

The four-story, eight-unit Old Law Tenement at 1447 Bedford Avenue in Crown Heights, owned by David Kramer and built in 1931, has experienced ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly with unit 3B, which is currently facing multiple open housing maintenance code violations as of November 2024. These include issues with mold, pest infestations (roach and mouse), and damaged plastered surfaces. The building has documented multiple sanitary condition complaints throughout 2024, with several inspections resulting in violations, particularly regarding mold and pest issues.

There is recurring evidence of rodent activity, with compliance inspections showing rat activity as recently as June 2025. The property has also faced concerns with fire safety and waste management, as indicated by open violations from May 2024 regarding obstructions in fireproof passageways and refuse accumulation in the east yard. The building's mechanical systems, particularly heating and appliances, have required attention, with multiple service requests in early 2024 concerning electric/gas ranges and heat/hot water issues, some of which resulted in violations.

Historical data shows a pattern of rodent problems, with regular inspections and bait applications continuing into 2025. While the building's bedbug history appears relatively clean in recent years, with no reported infestations since 2019, the persistent issues with mold, pests, and other maintenance concerns suggest ongoing challenges with building upkeep. The property has had some limited work permitted through the Department of Buildings, including permits issued in December 2018 for certain repairs, though the current condition of the building indicates these may not have fully resolved the underlying issues.