1512 Park Place, Brooklyn, NY 11213

1512 Park Place is a four-story, 32-unit New Law tenement building located in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, and owned by Oliver Giddel. Built in 1928, the building has recently experienced ongoing maintenance issues throughout 2025, particularly concerning water-related problems. Between January and June 2025, there were multiple complaints about water leaks, including three separate heavy flow incidents and damp spot issues, resulting in HPD violations that required the owner to address the conditions. The building has also experienced pest-related concerns, with multiple complaints about unsanitary conditions and sewage issues.

During 2025, inspections were attempted but access was not granted for some complaints, leading to closed cases with recommendations for re-filing if issues persisted. The property has a documented history of various violations requiring attention to basic building systems and tenant comfort. Notable violations from late 2023 through early 2024 included water leak issues in multiple apartments (A1, B4, C7), bathroom ceiling repairs, and problems with the building's heating system. There was one instance of rodent infestation reported in October 2023 (Apartment B2), though subsequent inspections were conducted.

The building's boiler inspection compliance was addressed in late 2019, with a $1,000 penalty paid for the late filing of the 2017 inspection report. Importantly, the building has maintained a bedbug-free record since 2020, with no reported infestations in the most recent four reporting periods from 2021-2023. The recent inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with water management and building maintenance, though many of the 2025 complaints were addressed through HPD inspections, even if violations persisted. The building has successfully resolved several violations from 2023-2024, including bathroom repairs in apartments B4 and C7, though some violations remain open. The property has generally maintained compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, showing consistent monitoring of infestation status.