219 Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206

The 8-unit, 4-story tenement building at 219 Manhattan Avenue in Williamsburg, owned by Lazar Mauskopf, has a notable history of maintenance and safety-related issues since its 1920 construction. Most recently, in April 2025, three emergency complaints were filed regarding safety concerns with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, as well as plumbing issues related to toilets. Unfortunately, HPD inspectors were unable to gain access to conduct inspections for these complaints.

The building has demonstrated ongoing challenges with both safety systems and sanitation, as evidenced by a pattern of complaints over the years. In 2019, there was a complaint regarding mold that inspectors were unable to investigate due to access issues, and in 2018, a pest-related complaint resulted in no violations being issued after inspection. The building has been subject to multiple Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) violations and requirements, particularly regarding bedbug reporting, with annual compliance documentation required from 2021 through 2024 showing zero infested units.

Historical records from 2009 indicate several violations in Apartment 3L involving rodent issues and various maintenance concerns including defective plaster and paint requirements. Between 2014-2015, there was a concentrated effort to address rodent control in the building, with multiple bait applications recorded, though inspections during this period noted rat activity. The property has experienced periodic violations regarding access to building systems, particularly in 2010, regarding heating system access. While recent bedbug reports (2022-2024) show no infestations, the most recent 2025 complaints indicate continuing maintenance and safety inspection access issues that require attention.