304 Evergreen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The 6-unit, 3-story Old Law Tenement building at 304 Evergreen Avenue in Bushwick, owned by Abraham Grunhut, has experienced several significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Most notably, there have been recurring rat activity problems, with multiple inspections from 2023 to 2025 confirming infestations, though bait was applied in late 2023. The building has also faced various safety concerns, particularly in early 2023, when multiple emergency violations were documented regarding fire escape safety, door conditions, and carbon monoxide/smoke detector functionality.

Significant plumbing and hot water system issues were identified, affecting multiple apartments including 2R and 3R, with violations related to water temperature exceeding maximums. Recent building maintenance challenges include a 2024 violation for unsanitary garbage/recycling storage, and open violations as of August 2024 related to refuse accumulation in the northeast yard. The building has a documented history of mechanical and structural issues, including a 2021 violation regarding a deteriorating roof cornice with loose bricks and repair needs, though this violation was later dismissed following inspection.

The property has consistently filed annual bedbug reports showing zero infestation cases from 2019 through 2024, indicating effective pest management in this regard. Multiple emergency violations were addressed in 2023, including concerning door conditions, with repairs completed as evidenced by the closure of these violations. The building's history shows regular engagement with city agencies, including the Department of Buildings and Housing Preservation and Development, to address and resolve various safety and maintenance concerns, though some issues have persisted or reoccurred, particularly regarding pest control and building safety systems.