236 Montgomery Street, Brooklyn, NY 11225

This four-story, 24-unit New Law Tenement building located at 236 Montgomery Street in Crown Heights, owned by Dario Lizama, has experienced recurring challenges with building maintenance and resident comfort. Most recently, in April 2025, there were violations issued related to heating and hot water issues affecting the entire building, which followed a similar pattern from November 2024 and October 2024, indicating potential systemic problems with the building's heating infrastructure. The building has also faced multiple door-related complaints throughout 2024-2025, with several inspection attempts unable to gain access for proper evaluation, though some violations were issued regarding these issues.

Significant maintenance concerns have been documented in the past, particularly in 2022 regarding Apartment 4E, which experienced hot water supply issues, roof leaks, and required repairs to address lead paint hazards. Safety concerns were also noted during this period, with violations related to door functionality and the need for proper carbon monoxide and smoke detection systems. More recently, in early 2025, the building has shown signs of pest control challenges, with multiple rodent activity inspections documenting rat presence between September 2023 and February 2025, though some inspections indicate bait application and efforts to manage the situation.

The building's inspection history shows a mix of open and closed violations, with the most recent violations primarily focusing on heating systems and door access issues. While there have been periodic bedbug reports filed between 2019-2022, these consistently indicated no confirmed infestations. The property currently has two open violations as of May 2024, including one related to refuse accumulation in a public hall and another regarding bedbug reporting compliance.