482 Tompkins Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11216
482 Tompkins Avenue is a 4-story, 14-unit New Law tenement building constructed in 1931, currently owned by Pamela Colon. The building has experienced recurring maintenance issues in recent years, with multiple heat and hot water complaints in late 2023 through early 2024, along with ongoing problems with window guards, plumbing fixtures, and various general maintenance issues.
In 2025, several HPD complaints were filed regarding building systems, including fire escapes, window frames, and plumbing issues, though inspections found no housing law violations in most cases - except for one plumbing-related violation requiring correction. The most significant current concerns involve Class C violations from July 2023 in apartment 3C, including reports of rodent infestation (mice and roaches), defective self-closing doors, and various maintenance issues affecting bathroom fixtures and safety systems. The building's history shows persistent maintenance challenges, including multiple heat/hot water complaints, window-related problems, and plumbing issues.
The Department of Buildings' records from 2018-2021 indicate various violations related to electrical safety, gas system installations, and construction work without proper permits, though many of these violations were eventually resolved. Recent inspections between 2023-2025 have repeatedly documented rat activity in and around the building, with the most recent inspection in June 2025 passing compliance checks, though prior inspections had consistently noted rat activity throughout 2024. The building has undergone several permit approvals for various work between 2018-2021, suggesting ongoing maintenance and improvement efforts.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 14 |
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Year built | 1931 |
Total area | 8982 sq ft |
Floors | 4 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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