871 Montgomery Street, Brooklyn, NY 11213

The 4-unit, 2-story New Law Tenement building at 871 Montgomery Street in Crown Heights, owned by Vincent Da Costa and constructed in 1923, has experienced recurring maintenance and safety issues throughout 2023-2025. Most concerning are the recent clusters of violations from April 2025, including problems with window frames, flooring, radiator systems, and lighting, all of which received emergency violation notices.

The building has faced persistent heating and plumbing challenges, with multiple reports of inadequate heat and hot water systems in 2024-2025, affecting both individual apartments and common areas. Notable violations under the Housing Maintenance Code include open issues from December 2024 regarding a defective marble saddle at the building entrance, water supply problems in apartment 2R, and a mouse infestation in that same unit, with ongoing safety concerns about non-functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The building's record shows a pattern of electrical and plumbing problems, with multiple complaints about power outages, non-functioning lighting, and radiator issues throughout 2025.

While bedbug reports for the period 2022-2023 indicated no infestations, the rodent inspection history presents a mixed picture, with multiple "Rat Activity" findings between 2024-2025, though the most recent March 2025 inspection resulted in a passing status. The property has experienced recurring issues with doors and windows, as evidenced by multiple 311 service requests, including recent violations for window frames and panes. A significant portion of the building's violations spans multiple aspects of housing maintenance, including basic services such as heat, hot water, and electricity, suggesting ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance responsiveness.