1998 Bergen Street, Brooklyn, NY 11233

The 2-family house at 1998 Bergen Street in Crown Heights, built in 1899, has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent years, particularly in 2024. The building owner, Greg Ott, has faced numerous emergency situations throughout 2024, with multiple complaints regarding heat/hot water issues affecting the entire building, cooking gas problems, power outages, and water supply concerns. Between August 6 and September 2, 2024, there were multiple instances of these emergency situations being reported and subsequently closed, with some resulting in violations. Notably, during August 2024, there were four separate complaints about heat/hot water issues in the entire building, and three complaints regarding cooking gas problems, all of which were classified as emergencies.

Additionally, there were two power outage incidents during this period. The building's history shows recurring heat/hot water problems, with similar complaints recorded in March 2019, where inspectors were unable to gain access to units for inspection. The property has also faced structural challenges, as documented in a 2021 Department of Buildings violation. An inspection on March 4, 2021, revealed issues with stucco and sheathing at "Exposure 2," including cracks, delamination, and concerns about deteriorated wood studs and steps.

These violations required the owner to evaluate the conditions, prepare repair drawings, and file with DOB for corrective action to be completed by May 21, 2021. In August 2024, there was also a gas utility referral made to the Department of Buildings, though access was not granted to inspectors on their second attempt on August 23. The building's recent pattern of emergency complaints throughout 2024, particularly regarding fundamental services like heat/hot water and cooking gas, suggests ongoing infrastructure challenges. The property has a documented history of similar issues dating back to 2019, indicating that some of these problems are not new but have persisted over time. While some complaints were resolved with no violations issued, others resulted in violations and required tenant follow-up.