865 Hart Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237
865 Hart Street is a 6-unit, 3-story New Law Tenement building constructed in 1931, currently owned by Pinchos Jager. The property has experienced significant maintenance issues in recent months, with multiple ongoing heat and hot water complaints filed in June 2025, including an open complaint as of June 2025, and several similar complaints from May-2025 that HPD inspectors were unable to access. There are also concerning water-related issues, including a slow leak and water supply problems reported in June 2025, along with multiple plumbing complaints from May 2025 affecting radiators and bathtubs/showers.
The building has a history of pest problems, with the most recent rodent inspections in 2024-2025 consistently showing rat activity and multiple bait applications between May 2024 and December 2024. The property has also faced significant mechanical and safety issues, particularly relating to the boiler system, with multiple defect-related complaints in late 2023, including violations for an inoperative boiler, defective electrical wiring, and oil leak issues. Housing Maintenance Code violations from 2024-2025 indicate ongoing maintenance challenges, including unsanitary conditions and water-related problems.
The building's history shows previous violations for illegal conversions, occupancy issues, and various electrical and plumbing deficiencies, with some violations remaining active as of 2023-2024. While there have been regular bedbug reporting periods showing minimal infestation (with only one instance in 2018-2019), the more recent focus has been on water, heat, and pest-related issues. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with addressing resident complaints and coordinating required inspections, as evidenced by multiple instances where HPD inspectors were unable to complete their inspections due to access issues.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 6 |
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Year built | 1931 |
Total area | 5250 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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