897 Park Place, Brooklyn, NY 11216

The 3-unit, 3-story building at 897 Park Place in Crown Heights, constructed in 1893 and currently owned by Keisha Gaither-griszell, has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been persistent problems with heat and hot water in 2024-2025, including multiple complaints and violations regarding inadequate heating in Apartment 2 and boiler room access issues. The building has also faced several water-related problems, with violations issued for water leaks in 2024, particularly affecting Apartment 2.

Recent inspections in January 2025 revealed difficulties in accessing units for heat and door frame inspections. Additionally, there have been ongoing issues with doors and windows, as evidenced by multiple complaints and violations throughout 2024-2025. The property has a history of regulatory scrutiny, including multiple complaint inspections from 2018-2022 regarding alleged illegal conversions, work without permits, and electrical wiring concerns, though many of these inspections were unable to gain access for verification.

Environmental inspections noted rat activity in 2024-2025, with several bait applications recorded, though some inspections passed. The building currently has open violations from December 2024 requiring repairs to various doors and heating systems. While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in the past two years, the building's maintenance record shows ongoing challenges with basic systems and infrastructure, warranting attention to the property’s persistent habitability issues.