509 Saratoga Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11212

509 Saratoga Avenue is a 32-unit, 4-story New Law tenement building constructed in 1930 and currently owned by Ryan Colbert. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues in 2025, with multiple complaints filed between January and March 2025, though inspections often found the problem had resolved by the time of their visit. More concerning is the building's documented history of violations related to safety systems, as evidenced by December 2024 violations in Apartment D5 for defective carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, and a 2019 violation regarding the fire escape system.

The building has also faced persistent maintenance challenges, including unsanitary conditions in January 2025 with documented pest issues, and multiple water leak complaints throughout 2024. Recent inspections in late 2024 did reveal some maintenance violations that were subsequently certified as corrected, including issues with walls, smoke detectors, and a need for bathroom repairs in Apartment B1. The building's recent history shows significant maintenance challenges, particularly during 2024-2025, with multiple 311 complaints regarding heat and hot water issues, water leaks, and pest problems.

Earlier records from 2016-2019 indicate various infrastructure and safety concerns, including a 2022-2023 scaffolding recommendation and multiple building system violations. The property has undergone several regulatory inspections over the years, with varying results regarding pest control compliance, and has maintained records showing no bedbug infestations since 2020. While the building has received numerous inspections and addressed many violations, the frequency of maintenance issues and complaints over the past few years suggests ongoing challenges with building systems and resident comfort.