1229 Halsey Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237

The 4-story, 8-unit New Law Tenement building at 1229 Halsey Street in Bushwick, currently owned by Dwayne Cordice, has faced several significant maintenance challenges over recent years. Most notably, the building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues in early 2025, with three emergency complaints in February 2025, though these were resolved relatively quickly.

The building has also encountered persistent water-related problems, with multiple water leak complaints between 2023 and 2024, including both slow and heavy flow leaks, particularly affecting the 4th-floor apartment (4L) where several violations were issued in June 2024 related to roof leaks and defective plastered surfaces in various rooms and the kitchen. The property has a history of various maintenance and safety concerns, including a July 2024 emergency complaint regarding fire escape safety and pest issues. A pattern of infrastructure challenges is evident, with multiple Department of Buildings (DOB) violations between 2018 and 2019, including issues with construction debris blocking fire escapes, electrical wiring concerns, and inadequate tenant protection plan compliance during construction work.

The building underwent significant construction activity in 2018-2019 that resulted in several violations and penalties, including failure to maintain proper fire stopping and maintain code-compliant conditions, though these issues appear to have been resolved. Recent inspections from 2024-2025 indicate ongoing rodent activity, with baiting operations conducted regularly, though it should be noted that the building has maintained a "0" bedbug infestation record according to annual filings since 2021. The most recent building inspection records available as of October 2023 show active efforts to address maintenance issues, but the recurring nature of heating, water, and pest problems suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and management practices.