684 Central Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207

The 684 Central Avenue building in Bushwick, owned by Alex Lebowitz, is a 3-story, 5-unit New Law Tenement constructed in 1926. The building has experienced recurring infrastructure issues over the past two years, with significant problems related to heat and hot water systems. In November 2023 alone, there were multiple complaints about heat and hot water problems affecting the entire building, one of which resulted in violations.

The property has also faced persistent plumbing challenges, as evidenced by two water supply complaints in early 2025 and other plumbing issues documented throughout 2023. Electrical system concerns have been documented, including power outages and problems with outlets and appliances in March 2024. The building currently has several open housing violations from late 2023, including issues with heat supply, a reported cockroach infestation in apartment 1R, and concerns about access to the heating system in the basement.

Other notable violations include missing gas leak signage and bicycle encumbrances in common areas. The property has undergone regular rodent control measures, with bait applications recorded throughout 2023-2025, though rat activity was documented in March 2024 and March 2025 inspections. Notably, the building has consistently reported zero bedbug infestations in its annual reports from 2019 to 2025, demonstrating effective pest management in this regard. While some complaints have been resolved through inspections and corrections, including electrical issues in March 2024 and a door problem in June 2023, the recurring nature of infrastructure and maintenance problems suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance responsiveness.