1183 Gates Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

1183 Gates Avenue is a 4-story, 10-unit residential building constructed in 2018 and currently owned by Joel Wercberger. The building has experienced persistent maintenance issues, particularly regarding heat/hot water problems, unsanitary conditions including pest infestations, and water-related issues. Most recently, in January 2025, there were violations issued for heat/hot water problems and pest infestations, continuing a pattern observed since late 2024.

The property has also faced rat infestations, with multiple inspections and bait applications recorded between 2024 and 2025 showing ongoing rodent activity. Water-related issues have been a concern, with violations documented in late 2023 and 2024 regarding leaks in apartments, including a specific problem in kitchen ceiling noted in apartment 4A. The building's maintenance record shows several significant violations that were addressed, including issues with self-closing doors in common areas, which were documented as Class C violations in February 2024, and various water leak problems including a slow leak documented in late 2023.

The property underwent multiple construction-related violations during its initial build period in 2018, including issues with safety features like handrails and toe boards, though these were later resolved. While the building has an active rodent control program evidenced by regular inspections and bait applications, the persistence of violations related to heating systems, pests, and water issues suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. Despite these issues, the building has maintained its bedbug reporting compliance, showing no recorded infestations in recent years, with the most recent report from July 2025 indicating zero infested units.