1383 Willoughby Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
The three-story, six-unit tenement building at 1383 Willoughby Avenue in Bushwick, owned by Jay Gelb and constructed in 1931, has experienced persistent maintenance challenges over recent years. Most notably, there has been an ongoing rodent issue, with multiple rat sightings documented between 2022 and early 2023.
Recent rodent inspection records in 2024-2025 show consistent rat activity, though bait was applied during several inspections in 2024-2025, indicating some response to the infestation. The building has also faced recurring heating and hot water problems, particularly evident in 2020 and 2021, with multiple emergency complaints filed regarding either lack of service or excessively hot water, though many of these complaints were closed after inspections found conditions improved. Additional notable violations include a period of missing safety features in 2021, such as a non-functional smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector, and an entrance door with improper closures in apartment 3R.
More recent inspections from 2024-2025 have revealed ongoing rodent activity, with compliance inspections showing rat presence as recently as June 2025. However, the building has maintained a zero infestation count for bedbugs in recent reporting periods from 2020 to 2025, indicating effective management of this particular pest issue. The most recent inspection in June 2025 confirmed rat activity was still present in the building, suggesting that while some maintenance issues have been addressed over time, the rodent situation remains a persistent problem.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 6 |
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Year built | 1931 |
Total area | 5904 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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