123 Tompkins Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206

The 6-unit, 4-story OLD LAW TENEMENT building at 123 Tompkins Avenue in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Tompkins Villas LLC, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past two years (2023-2025). Most recently, in February 2025, multiple emergency complaints were filed regarding electrical lighting problems, heavy water leaks, and ceiling issues, which remain open as of February 2025. The building has faced recurring heat and hot water problems, with three separate complaints in late 2023 (November) and one in December 2024, though some were resolved when inspectors arrived.

Other notable issues from 2023 include mold problems, ceiling plaster issues, and a significant violation related to fire escape egress obstruction due to a flower pot. In August 2023, multiple violations were issued concerning water leaks, ceiling repair needs, and missing smoke detectors in Apartment 2L. The building's infrastructure has required attention, with plumbing and heating systems showing particular concerns. A December 2023 inspection revealed multiple boiler-related issues, leading to an Environmental Control Board violation and a $1,562 penalty regarding boiler safety features.

The Department of Buildings also issued a Partial Stop Work Order in July 2025 for plumbing issues. Rodent control inspections show variable results, with some inspections passing but others indicating rat activity. On a positive note, the building has maintained a bedbug-free status according to six consecutive reporting periods from 2019 through 2024, with no reported infestations. While some violations have been resolved, recent open complaints in 2025 suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding building systems and safety features.