129 Tapscott Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212

129 Tapscott Street is a 3-story, 6-unit New Law Tenement building constructed in 1930 and currently owned by Rose Berg. The property has experienced recurring electrical issues, with multiple complaints in 2025 regarding power outages and lighting problems. Violations were issued for a power outage in May 2025, though access issues have limited some inspections. The building has faced various maintenance challenges, including a significant number of repairs needed as of June 2025, spanning electrical, plumbing, safety, and structural issues.

Notable violations from late 2024 include an overheating hot water issue in Apartment 1L, and fire escape and hand rail problems on the first floor requiring repair. The building has a documented history of various infrastructure concerns, including plumbing issues with toilets and sinks, appliance problems, and unsanitary conditions including reports of mold. Multiple violations have been issued regarding interior conditions, such as broken plaster and encumbrances in public hallways. Recent inspections have shown improvements in some areas, including the resolution of bedbug reporting requirements, with no reported infestations in the past three years.

Rodent inspections have yielded mixed results over the years, with failures noted in 2009 and 2010, though a pass in 2017 suggests some improvement. The building also faced a boiler-related violation in early 2025, indicating ongoing maintenance challenges with critical systems. While the building has seen improvements in certain areas, as evidenced by closed violations and recent inspections, the 2025 complaints about electrical systems and ongoing maintenance issues suggest continued attention to basic services is needed. The property has maintained a consistent record of submitting required bedbug reports showing no infestations, though the rodent inspection history indicates this remains an area of concern.