298 Wallabout Street, Brooklyn, NY 11206

298 Wallabout Street, a 7-story residential building constructed in 2005, is currently owned by Simon Eisenfeld and contains 20 units. The building has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in late 2023, there was unauthorized construction activity detected on the roof, including the erection of additional floor/masonry bricks with lightweight steel, which resulted in an active Environmental Control Board violation with a $2,500 penalty.

Multiple fire safety violations were documented in 2023, including issues with fire door functionality and sprinkler system maintenance, though these were subsequently resolved. The building has open violations related to exterior maintenance and critical examination reporting requirements from 2018-2022, with penalties totaling $21,250. The property's maintenance history includes a heat and hot water emergency in November 2021, though this was reportedly resolved within a week.

More recent inspections in 2023 revealed various issues including roof leaks, damaged fire-rated materials, and problems with building lighting and door repairs in the public areas. The building's bedbug reporting history shows no infestations recorded between 2021-2024, and recent inspections have consistently shown zero infested units. While the building has undergone numerous repairs and maintenance actions, the persistent nature of certain violations, particularly regarding exterior wall maintenance and fire safety systems, suggests ongoing compliance challenges. Recent construction activities in late 2023 raised concerns about proper permitting and safety practices, leading to multiple violations and fines.