979 Hancock Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The three-story, three-unit tenement building at 979 Hancock Street in Bushwick, owned by Myra Curtis, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues over the past two years, with the most significant concerns centered around heat and hot water systems. Between November and December 2023, there were multiple emergency complaints regarding heat and hot water problems, affecting both individual apartments and the entire building, though inspectors were unable to gain access for verification. In March 2023, various inspections revealed violations related to general maintenance, including issues with cabinets, walls, and the presence of mold, though some inspections found no violations.

The building has also faced infrastructure challenges, with multiple emergency plumbing complaints in October 2023 regarding sinks, tubs, and water supply systems, along with door-related issues. Recent regulatory compliance efforts show some ongoing concerns, including an active parking violation from December 2024 related to a white Lexus vehicle and an open violation from July 2024 concerning a self-closing door issue at the building's front entrance. The building has maintained a generally positive track record in pest management, with no reported bedbug infestations in the past two years (2022-2024), though it is required to file annual bedbug reports.

Historical data shows consistent rodent inspection compliance, with all inspections from 2018 through 2025 passing without issues. The property has experienced periodic administrative enforcement actions, including three illegal curb cut-related complaints between 2023 and 2025, with the most recent being marked active in March 2025. The building's maintenance history suggests a pattern of recurring infrastructure and systems maintenance challenges, particularly during the winter months, though many violations have been addressed through inspections and repairs.