516 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11238

516 Washington Avenue is a 42-unit, 4-story old law tenement building located in Clinton Hill, built in 1930 and currently owned by Marvin Basch. The building has experienced persistent pest issues, particularly evident in multiple recent 311 service requests in 2025, with complaints about unsanitary conditions and rodent sightings continuing to be reported. The most concerning ongoing issue appears to be centered around Apartment 1B, where as of September 2024, there were multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations recorded, including problems with rodent infestations, electrical systems, plumbing fixtures, and various structural elements such as flooring and cabinet damage.

The building has also faced periodic heat/hot water complaints in 2025, though these were reportedly resolved promptly. The property has a documented history of rodent activity, with multiple inspections maintaining records of rat presence as recently as April 2025, despite some baiting efforts in 2024. Interestingly, while there were instances of bedbug infestations reported in 2024, administrative records show these were addressed, and subsequent annual filings indicate no new infestations.

The building has undergone various inspections by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) for rodent issues in 2024 and 2025, suggesting ongoing monitoring of the situation. Other historical complaints have included electrical issues and safety concerns regarding fire escapes, though these were investigated and no violations were found. The most recent building permits were issued in 2021 and 2022, indicating some level of maintenance or improvements being carried out on the property.