135 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11249

The two-story, 11-unit building at 135 Kent Avenue in Williamsburg, owned by Michael Weitzman, has experienced several significant issues in recent years, with the most pressing concerns centering around construction activities and environmental hazards. Between September and November 2023, there were multiple complaints about construction lead dust entering apartments, which remain unresolved as of October 2023. In July 2024, multiple Environmental Control Board (ECB) violations were issued to the contracting company (SPEARHEAD CONTRACTING LLC), including improper installation of pipe scaffold, unpermitted construction work, and compromised fire separation between floors, with active penalties totaling $10,000.

The building has also faced various air quality issues, with multiple reports of chemical vapors and odors in late 2022, though these complaints were subsequently closed. More recently, in September 2024, the building received additional violations for failing to certify corrections to immediately hazardous conditions. The property has a history of maintaining an active response to pest control requirements, with bedbug reports consistently indicating zero infested dwelling units since 2019.

Rodent inspections conducted in 2017, 2022, and most recently in October 2024 all resulted in passing grades. Various building-related complaints were filed between 2023 and 2025, including concerns about construction work, building vibrations, and air quality, though many were found unsubstantiated or resulted in no violations. The building's permit history shows regular maintenance and improvement work, with several permits issued between 2019 and 2023 for various construction activities, including electrical and alteration work.