714 Knickerbocker Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11221
The 3-story, 5-unit residential building at 714 Knickerbocker Avenue, owned by Xiang Zhang and located in Bushwick, was constructed in 1905 and is classified as a New Law Tenement. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, with two recent emergency complaints in November 2024 and a violation notice in December 2024 regarding the need for a proper shoe on the fire escape drop ladder and household items obstructing egress from fire escapes on the 2nd story.
The property has a documented history of pest control challenges, with multiple inspections revealing rat activity between 2022 and 2025, though the most recent inspection in April 2025 showed rat activity. A food poisoning complaint was filed in August 2023, though it was deemed an isolated incident by the Health Department. The building has demonstrated compliance with bedbug reporting requirements from 2021 to 2024, with no reported infestations during these periods.
Previous violations from 2018 included issues with building security features, such as self-closing doors, illegal locking devices, and a defective fire escape tread, though these violations have been resolved. The property's maintenance history shows regular inspections and attempts to address various safety and maintenance concerns, including a period in 2022 when multiple bait applications were performed to address rodent issues. While the building has passed some inspections, the recurring heat and rodent issues, along with recent fire escape concerns, suggest ongoing maintenance challenges.
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Building Characteristics
Total units | 5 |
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Year built | 1905 |
Total area | 5280 sq ft |
Floors | 3 |
Tax Abatements | None |
Building Class | NEW LAW TENEMENT |

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- 1371 Jefferson Ave, New York, NY 11221
- 714 Knickerbocker Ave, New York, NY 11221
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