404 Marcus Garvey Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11216

The 4-story, 6-unit building at 404 Marcus Garvey Blvd in Bedford-Stuyvesant, owned by Richard Bennett, has experienced significant recurring issues with heat and hot water service between late 2021 through 2023, with multiple emergency complaints filed through the NYC HPD. The most recent service request occurred in December 2023, though HPD confirmed the issue was resolved within three days. The building, constructed in 1896, has had some documented maintenance concerns, including an open Class B violation from December 2022 regarding a defective door lock in apartment 2R, and an open violation from 2021 concerning obstructed fire escape access.

The property has undergone several rodent inspections from 2014 to 2024, with most recent inspections showing passing results, though there were periods of rat activity recorded in earlier years. The building's regulatory history shows multiple violations and compliance issues, particularly between 2018 and 2020, including several Environmental Control Board violations related to failure to comply with orders and file necessary certificates. These violations, primarily concerning exit access and egress issues, were eventually resolved, with penalties imposed totaling over $4,000.

The most recent bedbug report from January 2024 shows no current infestations or re-infestations, following a single unit infestation in 2022 that was properly addressed. The Department of Buildings has conducted several inspections from 2018 to 2023, typically finding no violations, though there was one instance of not being able to gain access for inspection in 2019. The building's age and history as an "OLD LAW TENEMENT" suggest it requires ongoing maintenance, though recent history shows improved alignment with regulatory requirements, particularly regarding pest control and building inspections.