690 Bushwick Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

690 Bushwick Avenue, a 6-story, 20-unit residential building constructed in 2015, has experienced several notable maintenance issues over the past year, primarily in 2024. The most pressing concerns have been related to heat and hot water systems, with multiple complaints between January and February 2024 documenting inadequate service affecting apartments 2A, 3A, 4A, and 4B, leading to several Housing Maintenance Code violations. In recent months (2024), there have been recurring electrical problems, including a power outage in November 2024 and wiring issues in June 2024, both of which HPD inspectors were unable to access and investigate despite multiple service requests.

The building is currently facing an open Housing Maintenance Code violation from January 2024 regarding excessively hot water temperatures in apartment 4A. Additional concerns have emerged in 2024, including a water leak (October 2024), a fire escape safety inspection (April 2024), and a possible lead dust issue in common areas (May 2024). On the safety and maintenance front, the building has undergone regular inspections with generally positive results for pest control, showing no bedbug infestations reported between 2019 and 2024, and passing multiple rodent inspections throughout 2024 and 2025.

The elevator systems have had recurring attention, with complaints documented in 2018, 2021, and most recently in September 2024, though violations were not warranted at the time of inspection. The property has also received an Environmental Control Board violation regarding parking structure documentation in October 2024, with a $2,500 penalty imposed. The building's management has generally addressed maintenance issues when identified, as evidenced by the closure of several violations, though some recent problems have persisted, notably the heating/water systems and electrical access issues in 2024.