371 Menahan Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237

The three-story, six-unit building at 371 Menahan Street in Bushwick, owned by Arman Kohan and constructed in 1931, has experienced numerous maintenance issues in recent years. Most notably, between January and March 2025, there were multiple plumbing-related problems including bathtub/shower issues, heavy water leaks, and slow leaks that required HPD intervention, though some were reported as resolved through proper channels. An inspection in December 2024 revealed several open violations including problems with self-closing doors in multiple apartments (1R, 2L, 2R, 3R), and issues with a carbon monoxide detector, damaged plaster surfaces, and paint problems in apartment 1R.

The building has also faced consistent rodent activity, with inspections in 2024-2025 showing rat activity requiring bait applications, and several complaints about water leaks and door frames throughout 2025. Additionally, there are two active Department of Buildings violations related to failure to file external low-pressure and boiler inspections (issued in 2023 and 2019 respectively), though bedbug reports from 2022-2025 indicate no infestations during these periods, with previous infestations in 2021 and 2022 showing units were successfully treated. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of water-related issues, with multiple service requests regarding leaks and plumbing problems in 2025 alone.

The property management's response to maintenance requests appears to vary, with some issues being resolved promptly while others, particularly those requiring inspections, remain open or were noted as unable to inspect. The most recent rodent control efforts suggest ongoing pest management challenges, though regular bait applications have been maintained. The building's age and history of maintenance issues, combined with the mix of open violations and recent service requests, indicate ongoing challenges with building maintenance and resident comfort despite some efforts to address specific issues.