184 Knickerbocker Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

The three-story, four-unit residential building at 184 Knickerbocker Avenue in Bushwick, owned by Fang Ying Gao, is a 1931 Old Law Tenement class structure that has experienced multiple maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, in late 2024, the building faced numerous violations including problems with doors, windows, stairs, plumbing (bathtub/shower), and heat/hot water systems, with most complaints resulting in violations that required the owner to address the conditions.

A particularly concerning set of violations remains outstanding as of October 2023 for apartment 2R, including issues with a loose wash basin, missing carbon monoxide detectors, water leaks, broken window components, and various problems with plastered surfaces and paint requiring repair. The property has a documented history of building maintenance violations between 2020 and 2023, including failure to maintain building walls, sidewalk problems, and issues with exterior maintenance that received various penalties.

The building's rodent inspections show a mixed pattern, with some passing results and instances of rat activity, though the most recent inspection in February 2025 passed. While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years, and the property has generally maintained compliance with basic safety standards, the recurring pattern of violations and maintenance complaints, particularly in the last year, suggests ongoing challenges with building upkeep. Recent inspection records from HPD and the Department of Buildings indicate some violations remain open, requiring monitoring of any future corrections or legal actions.