185 Freeman Street, Brooklyn, NY 11222

The 7-unit, 4-story residential building at 185 Freeman Street in Greenpoint, owned by Freeman Gardens LLC, was constructed in 2015 and has demonstrated several maintenance challenges over its history. Most recently, in October 2024, the building experienced hot water issues affecting unit 2F and the property received violations related to stagnant water in both the cellar and boiler room areas. These violations were certified for correction in November 2024.

The building has had two significant emergency incidents in recent years: a heat/hot water issue in October 2024 and an electric power outage in July 2021, with the latter resulting in no violations being issued. The property has faced various safety and regulatory compliance issues, most notably during 2021 when multiple violations were recorded on August 2nd, including the absence of required smoke detection devices in the first-story public hall, missing carbon monoxide notice requirements, and the lack of posting necessary heating system keyholder information. These were classified as Class A and B violations, though specific current status updates are not provided in the available data.

Earlier concerns about bedbugs appear to have been successfully addressed, with consistent reporting showing zero infested or re-infested units from 2020-2024. The building also experienced three Department of Buildings violations between 2019-2021, all of which were dismissed by December 2022 based on subsequent inspections showing correction of defects. While the building has had its share of maintenance issues, particularly regarding heating and safety systems, recent compliance with bedbug reporting requirements (showing no infestations) and the resolution of earlier DOB violations indicates some improvement in management response to regulatory requirements.