879 Knickerbocker Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

879 Knickerbocker Avenue is a 10-unit, 3-story brick tenement building in Bushwick, constructed in 1904 and currently owned by Georgina Vazquez. The building has experienced multiple maintenance issues over the past few years, with the most recent complaint in February 2023 regarding mold/mildew issues, though no violations were found during inspection. Between 2019 and 2021, several significant problems were documented, including an emergency safety violation for fire escape issues, problems with carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, and multiple pest-related complaints. Notably, in September 2021, a cluster of violations was issued for apartment 2 regarding electrical wiring, outlets, and flooring issues, while apartment 7 had violations for pest infestations and door problems.

The building's maintenance history shows recurring challenges with pests, as evidenced by multiple violations and complaints regarding cockroaches and other vermin. There is also a documented pattern of rodent activity, with recent inspections in 2025 showing continued rat activity and the application of bait systems in response to the problem. While the building has made efforts to address various issues, with some violations being closed, there remains at least one open violation as of June 2023 regarding an external low-pressure inspection that was not filed. Bedbug reporting records from 2022-2024 show no instances of infestations during the documented periods.

The property has undergone regular inspections, with some showing rat activity that required follow-up baiting operations. In terms of overall condition, the building has experienced various maintenance challenges over the past few years, particularly regarding safety systems (including detectors), electrical infrastructure, and pest control. While recent years have shown some improvement in certain areas (e.g., no documented bedbug infestations), the ongoing rodent activity and the open violation regarding external inspections suggest continuing maintenance concerns. The building's age and history as a New Law tenement are consistent with its documented maintenance challenges, reflecting typical issues encountered in older multi-unit residential buildings in New York City.