408 South 2nd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211

The 30-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement at 408 South 2nd Street in Williamsburg, owned by Stephen Kraus, was constructed in 1915 and has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in June 2024, the building faced multiple housing maintenance code violations including a roach infestation, plumbing issues, and problems with paint/plaster in Apartment 6A, as well as reports of pests, mold, and cabinet issues that prompted inspections and violations.

The building has a concerning history of heat and hot water system problems, with multiple complaints recorded between March and December 2022 affecting both individual apartments and the entire building. Apartment 1B has been the focus of several active violations from 2021-2022, including issues with water leaks, mold, and defective smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, though some violations from September 2022 were previously issued as class B and C violations. Elevator maintenance has been an ongoing concern, with multiple complaints about "Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service" recorded between 2021 and 2025, resulting in multiple Oath Violations.

Environmental Control Board violations currently active as of 2022 indicate deficiencies in elevator phone repair and door lock monitoring, with substantial penalties totaling $6,250. The building's pest management history shows no reported bedbug infestations in the last five years (2019-2024), and recent rodent inspections in 2018 and 2012 yielded passing results for the most recent inspection. While some violations have been resolved or certified, several active violations remain, particularly concerning the elevator system and various habitability issues in Apartment 1B.