1978 Strauss Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212

The two-family house at 1978 Strauss Street in Brownsville, owned by Tania Bond, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past several years. The most pressing concerns came in 2019, when multiple emergency complaints were filed regarding heat and hot water problems affecting the entire building in October, and heavy water leaks, electrical issues, door problems, general maintenance concerns, and pest-related unsanitary conditions in April.

Despite these multiple complaints, Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) was often unable to gain access to inspect the reported issues. More recently, in 2018, the building received Class C violations related to inadequate heat and hot water supply in the first-floor apartment, along with an open violation regarding inadequate gas supply to the stove. In June 2025, multiple emergency complaints were filed regarding fire escape safety concerns, though these were subsequently closed.

The building underwent some permitted work in late 2020, with two electrical-related permits issued in September and November. The pattern of complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding basic services such as heat and hot water, though many earlier complaints from 2019 were resolved or closed. The building's age (constructed in 1930) and history of multi-unit occupancy may contribute to these recurring maintenance issues, though recent complaints appear to be more focused on safety systems rather than basic utilities.