692 Grand Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211

The 4-story, 6-unit old law tenement building at 692 Grand Street in Williamsburg, owned by William Bendix and built in 1920, has several current concerns that may impact resident safety and comfort. Most notably, there are multiple active violations regarding unfiled external low pressure inspections from 2018 through 2023, along with two open bedbug report violations from 2022 and 2023 that remain unresolved despite multiple annual notifications.

Recent inspections in 2024 revealed a Class B violation related to encumbrances in the 4th story public hall, including bicycles and a treadmill, though another violation regarding a door self-closing mechanism on the 1st story was properly addressed and closed. The building has experienced recurring pest management challenges, with documented rat activity observed during inspections in early 2023. A concerning history includes a 2019 emergency complaint regarding fire escape safety that could not be inspected due to lack of access.

The property has accumulated several regulatory compliance issues over the years, including multiple violations for failing to maintain proper safety signage related to gas leaks and smoke detectors, though some of these have been addressed. While the most recent building inspection in 2023 identified active violations primarily related to administrative compliance rather than immediate safety concerns, the pattern of unfiled inspections and maintenance issues suggests ongoing management challenges. The most recent service request regarding garbage/recycling storage from late 2023, while ultimately closed without violations, indicates persistent concerns about building maintenance and sanitation.