152 Kent Street, Brooklyn, NY 11222

The four-story, 1889 Old Law Tenement building at 152 Kent Street in Greenpoint, owned by John Teel, has experienced several significant events over recent years that affect resident comfort and safety. Most notably, in April 2021, there were two emergency complaints about complete loss of heat and hot water throughout the entire building, though these were later reported as restored.

Between 2021 and 2024, the building was cited for failing to file the required annual bedbug report in accordance with HPD regulations, receiving four violations for this administrative issue, though these appear to have been resolved as the most recent filings (2025 and 2024) show zero infested units. The building has maintained a good record with respect to rodent control, passing all inspections conducted between 2018 and 2019.

While the April 2021 heat and hot water issues were concerning, the building has not exhibited any similar major infrastructure problems in recent years. The property has demonstrated compliance with bedbug reporting requirements since 2022 and has consistently passed rodent inspections, suggesting improved attention to pest management and building maintenance protocols.