1589 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225

The 16-unit, 4-story New Law Tenement at 1589 Bedford Avenue in Crown Heights, owned by Leibish Frankel, has faced numerous maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, a cluster of complaints in June 2025 involved electrical problems (outlets/switches and wiring), water leaks, unsanitary conditions (including pests and mold), and ceiling paint/plaster issues, with some resulting in violations that required the owner to address the conditions within specified timeframes. Earlier complaints from April 2025 included issues with doors/windows and a power outage, with some violations noted.

The building has a documented history of pest control challenges, with violations recorded in late 2024 relating to a cockroach and mouse infestation in apartment 2A, though these were certified as corrected by early 2025. Door-related issues were identified in late 2024, including problems with the building entrance and vestibule doors, while electrical systems have shown recurring concerns, including a 2020 boiler complaint and various electrical problems in 2025. Despite these challenges, the building has maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements since 2019, with zero reported infestations in the past five years.

Rodent inspections from 2019 through 2025 have generally passed, though there was one instance of rat activity noted in 2018. The Department of Buildings has recorded both active and resolved violations between 2020 and 2022, including an elevator complaint from 2023. The building's electrical systems, door security, and water management appear to be ongoing maintenance challenges, with several recent complaints requiring inspections that resulted in either violations or the need for follow-up inspections.