385 South 2nd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211
This 22-unit, 5-story tenement building at 385 South 2nd Street in Williamsburg, owned by Santos Basora, has experienced persistent heating and hot water system issues throughout 2025, with multiple emergency complaints and inspections noting building-wide problems. Between January and April 2025 alone, there were at least ten heat/hot water complaints, with several remaining open as of late April 2025. The building has a documented history of infrastructure challenges, particularly regarding its boiler and elevator systems.
Multiple boiler-related complaints were filed between 2021-2022, with three active ECB violations from July 2022 related to the boiler and water heater systems, including improper installation and missing safety components, with associated penalties totaling $2,500. Elevator service has been a recurring concern, with violations and complaints regarding single device service and emergency system failures noted between 2021-2023, and an active violation regarding various elevator maintenance issues from January 2023 with a $625 penalty. Recent inspections in 2023 revealed various maintenance issues within apartments, including problems with fire escape access, door closers, and interior fixtures in apartments 2C, 3A, 3C, 4A, and 5B.
The building has remained relatively free of pest issues in recent years, with no bedbug reports since 2021, although there were two incidents in 2019-2020. The property has undergone several inspections that noted both class A and B violations, primarily related to building maintenance and safety systems, though many of these have since been resolved. Current active violations as of 2024-2025 include failures to file required inspections and certification of previous violations related to boiler systems and elevator safety features. The building's management has generally responded to violations and complaints, as evidenced by multiple certification of corrections, though some issues, particularly regarding the heating system, continue to require attention.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 22 |
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Year built | 1915 |
Total area | 20295 sq ft |
Floors | 5 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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