1177 Putnam Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221

1177 Putnam Avenue is a three-story, three-unit old law tenement building located in Bushwick, built in 1901 and currently owned by Abe Gren. The building has experienced recurring issues with heat and hot water, with two documented incidents in recent years: a February 2024 complaint (for individual apartments) that resulted in HPD's inability to gain access for inspection, and a December 2019 complaint (affecting the entire building) where tenants reported restoration of services prior to HPD's inspection.

These heating system problems occurred alongside several Housing Maintenance Code violations between 2019 and 2024 related to bedbug reporting requirements, though records show zero infested units during these periods. The building has maintained regular rodent inspection compliance, passing all recent inspections from 2012 through 2025. The property's documentation reveals a troubling pattern of heating system issues, though it's worth noting that the most recent bedbug and rodent reports indicate effective pest management practices.

The building's history shows some lapses in compliance with posting requirements for heating system access and gas leak procedures, particularly in December 2019. However, the systematic approach to bedbug monitoring and rodent control suggests proactive management in these areas. The most recent official inspections and reports, including the April 2025 rodent inspection which passed, indicate current compliance with most health and safety standards, though the heating system's reliability remains a notable concern, particularly for individual unit residents.