165 Irving Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237

165 Irving Avenue is a three-story, six-unit residential building constructed in 1931, currently owned by Jennifer Barzola. The property has experienced several maintenance issues over recent years, with the most significant concerns emerging in 2024, including multiple open violations affecting apartments 1L, 3L, and 3R related to carbon monoxide detectors, floor tiles, and window guards. A security-related issue was noted in February 2024 with a defective entrance door lock.

The building has undergone multiple 311 complaints and Housing Maintenance Code violations inspections, revealing recurring problems with doors/windows, including a recent February 2024 violation. Earlier concerns included a notable pest infestation in 2020, documented power outages in 2021, and various sanitary issues in 2019 including mold and water leaks. The property has shown some recent improvements, with active bedbug prevention measures in place between 2023-2025 showing no reported infestations.

However, there are ongoing rodent control efforts, with multiple bait applications recorded in 2025 and some inspections indicating rat activity. The building is currently maintaining compliance with the Bedbug Reporting requirements, submitting quarterly reports showing no infested units since 2023. Despite these challenges, the property has demonstrated responsiveness to violations, with many recent issues being addressed or closed, though several open violations remain as of 2024. The most critical concerns appear to be related to safety systems (carbon monoxide detectors) and building security (door locks), with several maintenance issues affecting habitability including floor tiles, window guards, and plumbing systems that require attention.