1223 Hancock Street, Brooklyn, NY 11221

The three-story, three-unit building at 1223 Hancock Street in Bushwick, owned by Semih Levi, has a complex history dating back to its 1910 construction. Recent maintenance records show consistent attention to regulatory requirements, with no reported bedbug infestations in the past three years as evidenced by annual filings from 2022 to 2025. The building has passed recent rodent inspections in 2022-2025, though there was significant pest control activity in early 2018 with multiple bait applications.

The property has experienced several safety and maintenance issues over the past five years. Most recently, in late 2021, there was a heat and hot water complaint addressed by the Department of Housing Preservation and Development. In 2022, a carbon monoxide detector violation was recorded for the third-floor apartment.

More concerning, there are several open violations from 2020 related to fire safety, specifically regarding fire retardant materials in the cellar and third-floor apartment. Historical issues from 2018 included roof leak repairs needed in the third-floor apartment and various safety violations including stairway repairs. A significant period of construction activity occurred in 2019-2020, during which multiple Department of Buildings violations were issued regarding construction safety, including lack of guardrails and safety precautions, though these violations were ultimately resolved with penalties paid. The building has maintained compliance with New York City's Bedbug and Rodent control programs, with the most recent rodent inspections showing positive results.