372 Gates Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11216

At 372 Gates Avenue, a 9-story, 214-unit building constructed in 1923 in Bedford-Stuyvesant, there have been several significant maintenance and safety issues from 2023 through mid-2025 that tenants should be aware of. The property has experienced recurring heating and hot water problems, with multiple emergency complaints recorded in April 2025 alone. More recently, in May 2025, there was a plumbing-related water supply issue, though this was investigated and found not to violate housing laws.

The building has also faced elevator service challenges, with active complaints regarding single device service and multiple devices as of June 2025. Apartment 8D has multiple open violations from a September 2024 inspection, including issues with plumbing, pest infestations, bathroom fixtures, and interior maintenance. The property experienced significant infrastructure events, including a vehicle accident in September 2024 that damaged the sidewalk shed, and historical elevator service disruptions in 2022 that warranted penalties.

The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of systemic issues, including water supply problems, heating system failures, and pest control challenges (with multiple bedbug and rodent reports between 2021-2025). While some violations have been resolved, including several related to boiler and elevator systems, there remain outstanding issues as of mid-2025, particularly concerning the elevator system and various maintenance matters in apartment 8D. The property has undergone multiple inspections for compliance with housing maintenance codes, with varying results, though recent rodent inspections (February 2025, September 2024, and February 2023) have generally passed. The building's age and history suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding essential services like heating, water supply, and elevator functionality.