1692 Union Street, Brooklyn, NY 11213
The 61-unit, 4-story building at 1692 Union Street in Crown Heights, owned by Nelson Kuthe, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most concerning are the recurring elevator problems, with violations documented from 2019 through 2024 related to emergency services, door gaps, and skipping floors, resulting in significant fines and penalties. The building has faced multiple pest and unsanitary condition complaints in 2025, including issues with mold, sewage odors, and rodent activity, though inspections have produced mixed results regarding violations.
Recent maintenance issues include multiple housing maintenance code violations related to plumbing, electrical systems, and general upkeep. The building's environmental control board violations indicate ongoing elevator maintenance challenges, with multiple active penalties as of 2024 totaling several thousand dollars. The property's historical record shows persistent issues with building systems, particularly the elevator and boiler systems, with multiple violations for failure to perform required inspections and maintain equipment.
While there have been relatively few bedbug infestations reported in the past three years, the building's overall maintenance history raises concerns about resident experience, particularly regarding building systems and pest control. Recent 311 complaints and housing maintenance code violations suggest ongoing challenges with building upkeep, though some complaints were closed without violations being issued. The building's most recent rodent inspection results show mixed outcomes, with both passed and failed inspections recorded in 2025.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 61 |
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Year built | 1920 |
Total area | 41055 sq ft |
Floors | 4 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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- 1692 Union St, New York, NY 11213
- 1702 Union St, New York, NY 11213
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