1198 Carroll Street, Brooklyn, NY 11225

1198 Carroll Street is a 4-story, 16-unit residential building constructed in 1923, currently owned by Shmaryahu Baumgarten and classified as a New Law Tenement. The building has experienced recurring issues with heating and sanitation over recent years, with the most recent complaints in 2025 including heat/hot water problems in April and unsanitary conditions related to pests in February. These issues have generally been difficult to resolve due to inspection access problems, as seen in multiple HPD inspection attempts where inspectors were unable to gain access to units.

The building has had several inspections revealing various violations, most notably in late 2023 when apartment 16O was cited for multiple issues including missing smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and electrical problems, as well as encumbrances in public areas. The building's maintenance history shows periodic rodent activity, with rat sightings documented between 2018 and 2022, though recent inspections in 2024 and 2025 have passed without issues. While bedbug reporting since 2019 shows no reported infestations, the building has faced various maintenance challenges, including a significant number of violations related to public area maintenance, window guards, and safety systems. The property's recent history indicates ongoing challenges with basic services and maintenance requirements.

In addition to heating and pest issues, there have been multiple complaints about garbage/recycling storage and various safety features. The building's record shows a pattern of inspection access difficulties, particularly regarding pest and heating complaints, which may complicate resolution of ongoing issues. The property's violation history suggests a need for continued attention to building systems and safety requirements, though recent rodent inspections have shown improved conditions. The bedbug reporting system shows consistent compliance requirements being met, with no recorded infestations since the program's implementation.